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Quiz about Irish Dance
Quiz about Irish Dance

Irish Dance Trivia Quiz


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A multiple-choice quiz by teash. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
teash
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
226,678
Updated
May 22 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
759
Last 3 plays: magijoh1 (10/10), Emma-Jane (9/10), Guest 89 (8/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. What is NOT a term to describe Irish dance shoes used to perform a slip jig? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. What is not a term to describe Irish dance shoes used to perform a hornpipe? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which of the following is not a traditional set dance? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which of the following is not a type of Irish dance? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. In which city in Ireland have the World Championships of Irish Dancing been held most often? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. In which year were the World Championships of Irish Dancing cancelled due to an outbreak of Foot and Mouth disease in Ireland? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What is the dress called which is worn by Irish dancers at the highest level of competition? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What is a regional competition called, where dancers can qualify for major, international Irish dance competitions such as World or North American Championships? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Which ancient manuscript is the source for many of the Celtic designs used in Irish dance costumes? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What North American has contributed the most to the promotion of Irish dancing in the world due to the popularity of "Riverdance"? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. What is NOT a term to describe Irish dance shoes used to perform a slip jig?

Answer: jig shoes

Irish dance shoes for light dancing (reels, light jigs, slip jigs) are made of soft, black leather. They resemble ballet shoes, but with a criss-cross lacing pattern. The shoe must fit very snuggly so the dancer can show off arching of the foot during the dance.
2. What is not a term to describe Irish dance shoes used to perform a hornpipe?

Answer: clogs

The shoes used to perform hard shoe dances have evolved over the years and now include hi-tech, fiberglass tips for better sound. Some dancers wear fancy buckles on the shoes.
3. Which of the following is not a traditional set dance?

Answer: The CharLady

The traditional sets are all very old tunes and were a part of early Irish dance history. These are usually performed at fast tempos.

The CharLady is a set dance, but not a traditional one - it was composed in 2010 by Michael Fitspatrick.
4. Which of the following is not a type of Irish dance?

Answer: square dance

Although it originated in 17th century England, the square dance also became popular as an American country dance, which is believed to have originated from Irish ceili dancing brought over by Irish immigrants.
5. In which city in Ireland have the World Championships of Irish Dancing been held most often?

Answer: Dublin

For the first ten years of the Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne, the event was held in Dublin. After that, it has been held in different cities around the world - including a couple of times in the USA.
6. In which year were the World Championships of Irish Dancing cancelled due to an outbreak of Foot and Mouth disease in Ireland?

Answer: 2001

All qualifiers from the cancelled 2001 event (including my daughter), were allowed to compete in the 2002 World Championships in Glasgow, Scotland.
7. What is the dress called which is worn by Irish dancers at the highest level of competition?

Answer: solo dress

The solo dress is made from elaborate materials and each one is unique. Usually reserved for the highest levels of competition, a dancer is sometimes recognized by her dress since they are all unique. The solo dress is very expensive and there is a huge second-hand market for out-grown dresses.
8. What is a regional competition called, where dancers can qualify for major, international Irish dance competitions such as World or North American Championships?

Answer: Oireachtas

Oireachtas, which is pronounced "or-oc-tass", is a huge competition. In North America, they are separated by region. There are formulas which are used to compute the qualifiers for World and North American championships.
9. Which ancient manuscript is the source for many of the Celtic designs used in Irish dance costumes?

Answer: Book of Kells

"The Book of Kells" is from the mid-eighth century. It is currently on display at Trinity College Library in Dublin, Ireland.
10. What North American has contributed the most to the promotion of Irish dancing in the world due to the popularity of "Riverdance"?

Answer: Michael Flatley

Michael Flatley has definitely had the most influence in the popularity of Irish dancing through "Riverdance" and "Lord of the Dance". The other fellows listed are also North American Irish dance masters and have been quite instrumental in their own right! Michael Flatley is also a fabulous flute player!
Source: Author teash

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