Hawaiian Dance

Question 1

This is a way of fishing invented by the ancient Hawaiians.

Answer 1

Hukilau

Question 2

Hukilau come from Huki which means _____, and lau, meaning _____.

Answer 2

pull; leaves

Question 3

A large number of people, usually family and friends would work together in casting the net from shore and then pulling it back. The net was lined with what kind of leaves?

Answer 3

Ti

Question 4

These help scare the fish into the center of the net.

Answer 4

Ti leaves

Question 5

A festive beach gathering is also known to local Hawaiians as a _____, and there is a traditional song and dance known as the _____.

Answer 5

hukilau; hukilau

Question 6

When you say “_____,” you step to your right on the balls of your feet, first with the right, then bringing the left over. This is repeated and may alternate to the left at some point, depending on the dance. The arms and hands face in the direction of the steps with the hands performing “_____.”

Answer 6

vamp; waves