Dance Terminology Knowledge Quiz
Test your knowledge of common dance terms and concepts. Answer each question to the best of your ability.
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Which of the following best describes the term "plié"?
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A bending of the knees
A spinning jump
A leap with both legs extended
A quick foot tap
In ballet, a
Ballet term
is a turn on one foot, often performed in a series.
Match each dance term to its correct definition.
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Jeté
A jump from one foot to the other
A gliding step in ballroom dance
A fast, small step on the ball of the foot
A leap with both legs extended
Chassé
A jump from one foot to the other
A gliding step in ballroom dance
A fast, small step on the ball of the foot
A leap with both legs extended
Balloné
A jump from one foot to the other
A gliding step in ballroom dance
A fast, small step on the ball of the foot
A leap with both legs extended
Grand jeté
A jump from one foot to the other
A gliding step in ballroom dance
A fast, small step on the ball of the foot
A leap with both legs extended
Which of the following is NOT a style of ballroom dance?
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Tango
Samba
Hip Hop
Waltz
Select all that apply: Which of these are considered Latin dances?
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Salsa
Rumba
Foxtrot
Cha-cha
Other
What does the term "en pointe" mean in ballet?
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Dancing on the tips of the toes
Spinning in place
A leap across the stage
A bow at the end of a performance
True or False: The "pas de deux" is a dance for two people.
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True
False
How confident are you in your knowledge of dance terminology?
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Very confident
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1 is Not confident, 5 is Very confident
Briefly explain what a "pirouette" is.
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