Stimulus and response in International Standard and Latin Dances

Question 1

These are combinations of different cultures in different timelines, which resulted in their unique form.

Answer 1

Ballroom dances

Question 2

A lively dance (in 3/4 time signature) done in small steps.

Answer 2

Minuet

Question 3

A formal dance, wherein partners should always be in a “closed hold position” in performing all figures, while moving together as one unit at all times.

Answer 3

International Standard Dances

Question 4

It is written in 2/4 time signature rhythm wherein the first beat measure is accented and is performed in a progressive way.

Answer 4

Waltz

Question 5

It was originally performed only women, but it developed into a couple dance. It was once persecuted for its “obscenity.”

Answer 5

Tango

Question 6

Waltz is derived from an old German word, ________, which means “to turn, to roll, or to glide.”

Answer 6

walzen

Question 7

Tango originated in ______________, __________________.

Answer 7

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Question 8

Tango is danced in _____ time signature.

Answer 8

2/4

Question 9

It is characterized by its long and continuous flowing movements with the rhythm in 4/4 time signature.

Answer 9

Foxtrot

Question 10

It is an energetic, fast-paced dance combined with jumps and kicks with quick steps and syncopated rhythms while still looking smooth and elegant.

Answer 10

Quickstep

Question 11

Quickstep is danced in ____ time signature.

Answer 11

4/4

Question 12

The first ballroom dance to execute the “close hold position.”

Answer 12

Viennese waltz

Question 13

Viennese waltz is danced faster than the Waltz. True or False?

Answer 13

True

Question 14

Viennese waltz is danced in ____ time signature.

Answer 14

2/4

Question 15

A partner dance wherein traits such as expressiveness, intensity, energy, and sensuality were obvious.

Answer 15

International Latin Dances

Question 16

Originating from Cuba, __________ was inspired by a slow version of mambo called “triple mambo” or a mambo with guiro.

Answer 16

Cha-cha

Question 17

Cha-cha was first introduced in Britain in ________, and in _______, it reached the United States.

Answer 17

1952,1954

Question 18

Cha-cha is written in cut time with ______ time signature.

Answer 18

4/4

Question 19

This Latin dance that originated in Brazil is danced in 2/4 time signature, with fast, lively, and syncopated beats associated in carnivals and celebration events.

Answer 19

Samba

Question 20

Samba is derived from the Angolan term _________, which means “____________________________.”

Answer 20

semba, invitation to dance

Question 21

It is known by bodily expressions and fascinating rhythms.

Answer 21

Rumba

Question 22

Rumba is danced in _____ time signature.

Answer 22

4/4

Question 23

This dance portrays the Spanish bullfight, where the male represents the matador and the woman as the matador’s cape.

Answer 23

Paso doble

Question 24

Paso doble is also known as “____________________” because it shows arrogant pride and bold decisiveness.

Answer 24

the dance of the master

Question 25

The dance was influenced by dances such as boogie, jitterbug, bebop, rock and roll, and Lindy hop.

Answer 25

Jive

Question 26

Jive is danced in _____ time signature.

Answer 26

2/4