Social dance

Question 1

is a type of social dance dance form where sociability or socializing is the primary focus of the performance that is performed by couples who follow synchronized and prescribed steps.

Answer 1

ballroom dance

Question 2

This type of dance originated in Europe and the United States America.

Answer 2

ballroom dance

Question 3

what are the basic position in ballroom dancing

Answer 3

•Partner’s Facing Each Other
•Partner Standing Side by Side
•Partner Stand Behind or Front of one’s partner.

Question 4

what are the partner positions

Answer 4

-close dance hold
-promenade position
-outside partner position
-skater’s position

Question 5

what are the 2 types of ballroom dancing

Answer 5

american standard and latin american standard

Question 6

examples of american standard

Answer 6

waltz
viennese
waltz tango
foxtrot
quickstep

Question 7

example of latin american

Answer 7

cha cha cha
samba
rumba
paso doble
jive

Question 8

-considered daring.
-required that the man arm holds lady’s waist.
-become a competitive Standard Dance Category.
-one of the oldest and smoothest ballroom dance styles.
-characterized by “rise and fall” movements in progressive travel around the line (Ct. 1,2,3)

Answer 8

waltz

Question 9

It is the first ballroom dance to be performed in the closed hold position. It is danced about twice as fast as the waltz and is a rotary dance where dancers in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction and placing change steps at intervals.

Answer 9

viennese waltz

Question 10

It is an up- and down, rise-and fall swinging motion performed at a fast pace. Music used is usually jazz or swing with a brisk tempo. It is a little faster than brisk walking, although it seems much faster for beginners.

Answer 10

quick step

Question 11

A dance from Buenos Aires, Argentina. A sensual ballroom dance in early 20th century. The word “——-“ may be an African term for “closed space” or reserved ground”or it may be from the Latin verb “tanguere “which means “to touch”.

Answer 11

tango

Question 12

It is an elegant dance whose objective is to
travel smoothly around the dance floor.

Answer 12

foxtrot

Question 13

A dance from Cuba; a Latin music and dance introduced by Cuban composer and violinist Enrique Jorrin 1953.
It is a derivative of the mambo and also a stepchild of the swing. It is a dance with a triple step and a break and check. It is passionate, energetic, lively and flirtatious.

Answer 13

cha cha

Question 14

A dance originated in United States ;influence by boogie, rock in roll from African/ Americans swing and Lindy Hop.in the early 1940’s a variation from jitterbug, a form of a swing dance

Answer 14

jive

Question 15

A dance originated in Brazil during the 19th century. It is considered the dance celebration and joy. In Brazil, a dancer is called a “Sambista”

Answer 15

samba

Question 16

is a sensual, romantic dance known for its slow rhythm fluid movements and emphasis on hip action. Characterized by a soft, continuous motion between partners, its often called the “ dance of love”, showcasing intricate footwork and expressive body language.

Answer 16

rumba

Question 17

It is originated from Southern France. A dance and music based on the Spanish Bullfight. the female dancer represents the matador’s cape, which is whipped around with graceful elegance. A dance and music based on the Spanish Bullfight. the female dancer represents the matador’s cape, which is whipped around with graceful elegance.

Answer 17

paso doble