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?

    <p>English Style</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Shifting weight from one foot to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Focusing on hip and pelvic movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Elegance, grace, and fluidity of movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Latin dance style does the Rumba fall under?

    <p>Rumba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Ball' in Ballroom dancing refer to?

    <p>The Latin word 'ballare' meaning 'to dance'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Styles that are widely recognized globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes American Style Tango from International Style Tango?

    <p>American Style Tango is more expressive and dramatic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Step forward left, step forward right, step forward left, step forward and to the right, left foot close to right foot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Rumba originate?

    <p>Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the original tempo and style of Rumba dance?

    <p>Fast and sensual</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>American Style Tango</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Step back left, sidestep right, move left foot to right foot, step forward right, sidestep left, move right foot to left foot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes American Style from International Style in ballroom tango?

    <p>The specific sequence of basic steps</p> Signup and view all the answers

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