The Art of Dance and Its Significance

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What is the main ingredient of dance that conveys a message?

  • Techniques
  • Music
  • Movement
  • Theme (correct)

Which element of dance requires the skill in executing movement?

  • Techniques (correct)
  • Design
  • Movement
  • Music

What is the role of dance in courtship?

  • Breaks monotony of daily activities
  • Expression of joy
  • Serves to entertain others
  • Plays a role in courtship (correct)

Which of the following reflects man's emotions through rhythmic and expressive body movement?

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In dance, what is the arrangement of movements according to pattern in time and space called?

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What is considered the oldest art form and mother of arts according to the given text?

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What is the most important asset for a dancer according to the text?

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Which type of dance is intended for the entertainment of spectators?

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What type of dance emerged as a revolt against strict laws?

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Which type of dance is described as subtle and symbolic, often not understood by those who do not belong to the ethnic group?

<p>Ethnic dance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who introduced Vaudeville/Bodabil, which is composed of song and dance numbers, slapstick comedy, and magic?

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Which type of dance involves a mixture of a wide range of dances, both Western and Asian?

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Who is described as the center of attention in Ballet?

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'Spectacular/Theatrical Dance' is intended for which purpose according to the text?

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"Most popular types" of dance include all except:

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What is the origin of theater, as described in the text?

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What is the purpose of the stage in theater, according to the text?

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What are the natural assets that actors must have, as mentioned in the text?

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What does a playwright do in the context of theater, according to the text?

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What is the role of live performers in theater, based on the information provided?

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What are the locations where theater has been performed, according to the text?

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What is the role of the director in a play, as mentioned in the text?

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When did English language start to have a presence in Philippine stages?

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Which theatrical tradition in the Philippines describes conflicts between Christians and Muslims?

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Who is described as a leading figure of Philippine Film who began in show business in bodabil?

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Which contemporary theater form involves mixing realistic and non-realistic styles?

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When was Theatro Sandaang Pulo (TSP) formally founded?

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From where did American influence on Philippine theatre originate?

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'Bodabil' had its origins from which type of entertainment?

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What type of entertainment was 'Bodabil' popular as in the Philippines?

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Which of these is a feature of Theatro Sandaang Pulo (TSP)?

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Study Notes

Dance

  • The main ingredient of dance that conveys a message is movement.
  • Technique is the element of dance that requires the skill in executing movement.
  • Dance plays a role in courtship, as it is a means of expressing emotions and attracting a partner.
  • Dance is a way to reflect man's emotions through rhythmic and expressive body movement.
  • Choreography is the arrangement of movements according to pattern in time and space.
  • Dance is considered the oldest art form and mother of arts.
  • Flexibility is the most important asset for a dancer.

Types of Dance

  • Theatrical Dance is intended for the entertainment of spectators.
  • Modern Dance emerged as a revolt against strict laws.
  • Ethnic Dance is described as subtle and symbolic, often not understood by those who do not belong to the ethnic group.
  • Folk Dance is a type of dance that involves a mixture of a wide range of dances, both Western and Asian.
  • Bodabil is a type of dance that is composed of song and dance numbers, slapstick comedy, and magic, introduced by Katy de la Cruz.

Theater

  • The origin of theater is described as emerging from rituals and ceremonies.
  • The purpose of the stage in theater is to provide a platform for actors to perform.
  • Natural assets that actors must have include a good voice, good looks, and good body coordination.
  • A playwright writes the script for a play.
  • Live performers in theater bring the story to life, making the play more engaging.
  • Theater has been performed in various locations, including villages, towns, and cities.
  • The director is responsible for bringing the play to life, guiding the actors and other crew members.

Philippine Theater

  • English language started to have a presence in Philippine stages in the 19th century.
  • The Moro-Moro theatrical tradition in the Philippines describes conflicts between Christians and Muslims.
  • Leopoldo Salcedo is a leading figure of Philippine Film who began in show business in bodabil.
  • Contemporary theater forms often involve mixing realistic and non-realistic styles.
  • Theatro Sandaang Pulo (TSP) was formally founded in 1975.
  • American influence on Philippine theatre originated from the United States.
  • Bodabil had its origins from vaudeville, a type of entertainment that was popular in the United States.
  • Bodabil was popular as a form of entertainment in the Philippines during the 1920s-1950s.
  • Theatro Sandaang Pulo (TSP) features a mix of traditional and modern forms of theater.

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