Tango Basic Steps for Men and Women

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What is the distinguishing feature of ballroom tango compared to its original Argentine roots?

Starting with a basic ballroom hold

Focusing on hip and pelvic movements

Incorporating European, American, Hollywood, and competitive influences (correct)

Using 2 slow and 3 quick steps per bar of music

Which dance influenced the steps of the cha-cha as described in the text?

Mambo

Salsa

Rumba (correct)

Tango

How many beats are there in each bar of music for cha-cha according to the text?

Four (correct)

Five

Three

Six

In what style did GK Anderson contribute significantly?

English Style (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the footwork in cha-cha as described in the text?

Shifting weight from one foot to another (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable feature of ballroom tango according to the text?

Focusing on hip and pelvic movements (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic focus of the Smooth, or Standard, style in ballroom dancing?

Elegance, grace, and fluidity of movement (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which Latin dance style does the Rumba fall under?

Rumba (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Ball' in Ballroom dancing refer to?

The Latin word 'ballare' meaning 'to dance' (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ballroom dancing, what does the term 'International' refer to?

Styles that are widely recognized globally (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is known as the world's leading board for ballroom dance examinations?

Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes American Style Tango from International Style Tango?

American Style Tango is more expressive and dramatic (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the American Style of ballroom tango, what is the correct sequence of basic steps for men?

Step forward left, step forward right, step forward left, step forward and to the right, left foot close to right foot (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where did Rumba originate?

Cuba (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the original tempo and style of Rumba dance?

Fast and sensual (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which style of tango is known for emphasizing sharp, staccato movements?

American Style Tango (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence of basic steps for women in Rumba?

Step back left, sidestep right, move left foot to right foot, step forward right, sidestep left, move right foot to left foot (C), Step back left, sidestep right, move left foot to right foot, step forward right, sidestep left, move right foot to left foot (D) Signup and view all the answers