unit 2

Question 1

movement with definite stops and starts or bursts of energy

Answer 1

percussive

Question 2

a quivering, trembling motion or quick repetitive percussive movements

Answer 2

vibratory

Question 3

continuous movement that appears to flow without definite stops and starts

Answer 3

sustained

Question 4

an arcing movement that gives into gravity, gains momentum into a
suspension that again gives into gravity

Answer 4

swinging

Question 5

movement that at the peak is forced to give into gravity like the top of a leap
or a tilt before a fall

Answer 5

suspended

Question 6

a sudden release of energy and support

Answer 6

collapse

Question 7

– A movement or shape performed in such a way as to give emphasis.

Answer 7

accent

Question 8

– When the dance or the body parts are arranged differently on each side.

Answer 8

asymmetrical

Question 9

Can be described as singing “row, row, row your boat” in parts, but using movement in place of or along with lyrics. One movement pattern is continually repeated with a beginning and an end.

Answer 9

canon

Question 10

Choreographic process in which elements are specifically chosen and defined but randomly structured to create a dance or movement phrase.

Answer 10

chance dance

Question 11

A person who creates dances.

Answer 11

choreographer

Question 12

The mood or impression that the choreographer wishes to create or realize in the audience. It is achieved through use of technique, form, the principles of design,
stagecraft elements, etc.

Answer 12

choreographic intent

Question 13

A production that is for the enjoyment of an audience.

Answer 13

entertainment

Question 14

Movement that is created spontaneously, ranging from free-form to highly structured environments, but always with an element of chance. Provides the dancer with the opportunity to bring together elements quickly, and requires focus and concentration.
Improvisation is instant and simultaneous choreography and performance.

Answer 14

improvisation

Question 15

Movements of the body that occur separately from others.

Answer 15

isolations

Question 16

The identifying attributes created by the release, follow-through, and termination of
energy, which are key to making movement become dance.

Answer 16

qualities

Question 17

The area around an occupied space.

Answer 17

negative space

Question 18

to flow in a broken irregular stream, sometimes considered a slice in movement, a
movement immediately following and repeating after.

Answer 18

ripple

Question 19

The opposite of contract. A release is only done after the contraction. It is a “letting
go” of a forced movement or pose.

Answer 19

release

Question 20

A principle of design referring to the presentation of a theme or a portion of a
theme a number of times for emphasis or to gain form or interest.

Answer 20

repetition

Question 21

can be danced by oneself, with a partner, or in a group. The music is ragtime jazz,
in quick 4/4 time with syncopated rhythms. The dance uses swaying arms as well as the fast
movement of the feet

Answer 21

charleston

Question 22

The charleston has ________ and then a ______________

Answer 22

basic footwork; number of variations that can be added

Question 23

charleston variations

Answer 23

original, around the world, scarecrow, precision, lindy hop, black bottom, shimmy, snakehips,

Question 24

The traditional style of ballet, which stresses the academic technique developed through
the centuries of the existence of ballet.

Answer 24

ballet

Question 25

a dance genre in which movement breaks away from the traditional formality of
ballet.

Answer 25

modern dance

Question 26

A style of dance that encompasses the forms of tap and swing; paralleled the birth
and spread of jazz itself from roots in black American society and was popularized in ballrooms
by the big bands of the swing era.

Answer 26

jazz dance

Question 27

In dancing it has two meanings: (1) A series of exercises following the center practice,
consisting of a succession of slow and graceful movements which may be simple or complex. (2)
The opening section of the classical pas de deux, in which the ballerina assisted by her male
partner, performs slow movements and enlèvements in which he lifts, supports, or carries the
dancer.

Answer 27

adagio

Question 28

to bend

Answer 28

plie

Question 29

round of the leg

Answer 29

round de jambe

Question 30

to stretch

Answer 30

tendu

Question 31

to disengage

Answer 31

degage

Question 32

step of the cat; jumping from pliè on one leg to land on another leg in pliè; “over the puddle”

Answer 32

pas de chat

Question 33

“back, side, front;” to cram or stuff

Answer 33

pas de bourree

Question 34

big bend

Answer 34

grande plie

Question 35

beginning in a flex foot coupè position; to strike the floor and return with a flex foot.

Answer 35

frappe

Question 36

meaning chains; short, usually rapid turn danced in a straight line, making a half turn
per step.

Answer 36

chaine

Question 37

to change

Answer 37

changement

Question 38

term meaning “pricked turn.” To step directly on to a full point while lifting the opposite
leg into a passé.

Answer 38

pique

Question 39

to swing

Answer 39

balance

Question 40

meaning a step performed while jumping

Answer 40

sauttee

Question 41

to fall; descent to the floor

Answer 41

tombe

Question 42

the dancer stands as if holding a large, round object in front of the body, with a
distance of one foot between their two hands.

Answer 42

first position

Question 43

Graham’s technique is a__________ – it’s not simply impressive technical feats or
interesting designs in space.

Answer 43

system of communication

Question 44

The key to movements are _____________– which are based on the mechanics of________

Answer 44

contraction and release; breathing

Question 45

Emotion is revealed by the______ – like when we laugh or cry – and all Graham movements (like
all emotion) emanates from the ____________

Answer 45

breath; center of the body

Question 46

an active rounding of the spine with a breath out of the lungs, this can be used to gather energy or express an emotion.

Answer 46

contraction

Question 47

a sending out of the energy collected in a contraction, a lengthening of the spine, a breath into the lungs.

Answer 47

release

Question 48

a turn or twist of the back, using the sliding joints of the spine, turn around the spinal column as a seashell or barbershop pole, may be used to direct intent or movement.

Answer 48

spiral

Question 49

stretching the body so tall that the axis (or imaginary line) of the spine tilts off vertical;
arms, legs and head reach out in five directions, similar in shape to a starfish

Answer 49

tilt

Question 50

the use of one body part in an opposite direction from another body part, used for
balance, as when we walk or to increase dramatic tension.

Answer 50

opposition

Question 51

– She was the originator of the shimmy. This was the shoulder shaking move that
she described as “shaking my chemise.” But because of her polish accent it sounded like she said
shimmy to her audience. This name stuck. Her popularity came from swing. She danced on
Broadway, sang, and starred in movies because of her foundation in dance. Her most famous role
is the star in Piccadilly. A New York Times critic praised her for this role and said “she appears
to shadow that acting is not above her.” She has a star on the Walk of Fame on Hollywood
Boulevard.

Answer 51

Gilda gray

Question 52

• She danced with Caryathis, Isadora Duncan, and by prima ballerina Svetlana
  Yuryevna Zakharova. The art of dance inspired her so much as to contribute to the profession
  through fashion. Her need for freedom allowed dancers and all women to free their bodies and
  enjoy their movement. She studied dance but also studied art history in Italy. She released one of
  her most famous innovations in the 1920’s, a perfume, named Chanel No.5.

Answer 52

coco chanel

Question 53

She is best known for defining the silent era. Her acting skills and ability to evoke
emotion and movement helped create pivotal characters such as the name of Lorelei Lee. The
film of her first scenario produced in 1912 by D.W. She worked on set with Douglas Fairbanks
and John Emerson. Her novel, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was translated into fourteen different
languages.

Answer 53

Anita loos

Question 54

She first started acting during the era of silent film, but she didn’t get her first
starring role, as Annie in Little Orphan Annie, until her late teens. She was in over 100 different
films including Flaming Youth, one of her most popular films, helped to define her as a flapper.
She helped to popularize the bobbed haircut which was a signature look of flappers. She mainly
performed on screen and was one of the most influential and highly paid stars of her time.

Answer 54

colleen moore

Question 55

Her original name was Ruby Stevens and known as a chorus girl, cabaret,
burlesque, and Broadway dancer. This influential woman was featured in over 80 films, where
she was best known for her Emmy award winning performance in The Big Valley. She was also
nominated for four Academy awards. She had the gift of adapting to many different kinds of
roles and for having a kind heart on set.

Answer 55

barbara stanwyck

Question 56

She was one of the most famous American actresses and film producers
during the Silent Era which meant her movement, acting, and performance without words were
impeccable. She moved to Hollywood during the peak of her career and that is where she lived
and performed most of her life. She starred in Smilin, Secrets, and The Lady. She performed with
Frank Borzage and she also worked with D.W, Griffith.

Answer 56

norma talmadge

Question 57

A Canadian actress who starred in at least 9 films. including Their Own Desire
and The Divorcee. She was nominated for 6 Oscars and voted best actress during the Venice Film
Festival. She was recognized for being in dramatic, romantic, comedic, and daring roles.

Answer 57

Norma shearer

Question 58

– She began her career in silent films, later moving on to talkies becoming an
influential role as a flapper in many films. She earned the nickname “It girl” through her style of
hair, clothing, and makeup as well as her personality very fitting for her time. She made a name
for herself through swing dance and acting in films.

Answer 58

Clara bow