Grade 2 Flashcards
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Soutenu
A
To sustain or hold
1
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Assemble
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To assemble, to join feet together
2
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Fondu
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To melt - a smooth bending movement of the supporting leg
3
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Echappe
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To escape - a movement of legs from a closed to open position
4
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Releve
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A strong rise or snatch onto Demi point keeping toes in contact with the floor
5
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Croise
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Crossed (body alignment), the front foot Is nearest to the audience
6
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Ouvert
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Open (body alignment)
7
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Arabesque
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A balanced pose on one leg with the other extended behind (A’terre or en’lair) in ouvert
8
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Pas de chat
A
Step of the cat
9
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Retire
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A drawing up action of the working foot
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Glisse
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A glide or slide
