MAPEH international Latin Dance

Question 1

Originating from cuba

Answer 1

Cha-cha

Question 2

Inspired by a slow version of mambo called “triple mambo” or a mambo with guiro (a percussion instrument).

Answer 2

Cha-cha

Question 3

Consists of triple steps and rock steps

Answer 3

Cha-cha

Question 4

Written in “cut” time with 4/4 time signature.

Answer 4

Cha-cha

Question 5

Quick footwork, hip action, and dynamic spins and turns, cheeky gestures.

Answer 5

Cha-cha

Question 6

Originated in Brazil during 19th century

Answer 6

Samba

Question 7

Derived from the Angolan term semba, which means “invitation to dance.”

Answer 7

Samba

Question 8

With fast, lively, energetic, and syncopated beats.

Answer 8

Samba

Question 9

Danced in 2/4 time signature with strong emphasis on the second beat.

Answer 9

Samba

Question 10

Name comes from the word rumbear, which means “going to parties, dancing, and having a good time”

Answer 10

Rumba

Question 11

Development of rumba took place in Cuba.

Answer 11

Rumba

Question 12

Known for bodily expression, fascinating rhythms, and sensual.

Answer 12

Rumba

Question 13

Danced in 4/4 time signature and has slow tempo

Answer 13

Rumba

Question 14

Portrays the Spanish bullfight

Answer 14

Paso doble

Question 15

Male represents the matador and woman as the matador’s cape.

Answer 15

Paso doble

Question 16

Term paso doble is translated as “double step”

Answer 16

double step”

Question 17

Known as “the dance of the master”

Answer 17

Paso doble

Question 18

It shows arrogant pride and bold decisiveness.

Answer 18

Paso doble

Question 19

Danced in 2/4 time signature

Answer 19

Paso doble

Question 20

Was influenced by dances such as boogie, jitterbug, bebop, rock and roll, and Lindy hop.

Answer 20

Jive

Question 21

Described by high lift of the knees, upbeat steps, and swinging hip motion.

Answer 21

Jive

Question 22

Danced in 2/4 or 4/4 time signature

Answer 22

Jive