Latin American

Question 1

is a Brazilian form of pop music that combines samba and jazz, Bosa Nova is a phrase that means “new trend.”

Answer 1

Bosa Nova

Question 2

Bosa Nova is a phrase that means “___.”

Answer 2

New trend

Question 3

a vocal form that originated in Jamaica is based on ska. It is characterized by the accents on the upbeats of the measure, rather than the downbeats.

Answer 3

Reggae

Question 4

medium to fast song and dance form from Cuba. it is composed of three parts with an introduction, improvised verses, and call & response.

Answer 4

Rhumba

Question 5

-a dance that originated in Colombia that merges African, indigenous, and European influences

Answer 5

Cumbia

Question 6

a dance that originated in Cuba in the 1940s, who wanted to create a derivative of mambo and rhumba.

Answer 6

Cha-cha

Question 7

dance set to big-band swing music. Dance steps are characterized by walking motions.

Answer 7

Foxtrot

Question 8

a dance from Bueno Aires set to medium-fast upbeat music

Answer 8

Tango

Question 9

a Spanish bullfight dance marked by aggressive movements

Answer 9

Paso Doble