Womens Adage Basic Steps VI

Question 1

Slow lift of the leg

Answer 1

slow lift of the leg

Question 2

arabesque penche

Answer 2

to slant or tilt
an incline of the body away from the working leg in arabesque
inclines forward -one long line from fingertips , extending upwards and backward through the lifted leg
body hinges from the supporting hip socket, remaining the arch in the back
front arm and working leg have the same straight line

Question 3

promenade en dedans in arabesque and attitude

Answer 3

in a walk
inward-toward supporting leg
a series of small adjustments of the supporting leg which cause the dancers body to turn or change direction while working leg is held.
weight centered over ball of foot allowing heel to release and skim the floor

Question 4

promenade en dehors in 2nd

Answer 4

in a walk

outward away from support