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Pair these dances with the country they are most strongly associated with.

A matching quiz by zorba_scank. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
zorba_scank
Time
3 mins
Type
Match Quiz
Quiz #
380,597
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
465
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: Guest 90 (10/10), Guest 72 (1/10), dmaxst (10/10).
(a) Drag-and-drop from the right to the left, or (b) click on a right side answer box and then on a left side box to move it.
QuestionsChoices
1. Troika  
  Italy
2. Flamenco  
  Argentina
3. Tango  
  Egypt
4. Samba  
  India
5. Tarantella  
  Spain
6. Rumba  
  Poland
7. Mazurka  
  Russia
8. Bharatnatyam  
  Greece
9. Raqs sharqi  
  Cuba
10. Syrtaki  
  Brazil





Select each answer

1. Troika
2. Flamenco
3. Tango
4. Samba
5. Tarantella
6. Rumba
7. Mazurka
8. Bharatnatyam
9. Raqs sharqi
10. Syrtaki

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Troika

Answer: Russia

The troika is a Russian folk dance. It derives its name from the word for a team of three horses since it consists of one man dancing with two female partners, with the dancers imitating the prancing of a horse.
2. Flamenco

Answer: Spain

The flamenco is believed to have originated in the Andalusian region of Spain. The dance includes rhythmic hand claps, feet stamping and snapping of fingers. In 2010, the UNESCO designated this dance form as one of the 'Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity'.
3. Tango

Answer: Argentina

The tango is considered to have originated along the River Plate which forms a natural border between Argentina and Uruguay. As a result, the dance form is claimed by both countries. In 2009 it was included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
4. Samba

Answer: Brazil

The Samba is a lively dance with heavy African influence that originated in Brazil. It is danced to the Samba music in a quick 3/4th tempo. Over time, various sub-genres of this dance form have developed with their own unique styles.
5. Tarantella

Answer: Italy

Tarantella is the name given to various folk dances of southern Italy. The dances are known for their fast tempo involving a lot of spinning. Tambourines provide the musical accompaniment.
6. Rumba

Answer: Cuba

The origins of the rumba can be traced to the northern regions of Cuba. It was influenced by the African dance traditions. Initially, wooden boxes called cajones were used as drums to provide music for the dance. These were eventually replaced by the conga drums.
7. Mazurka

Answer: Poland

The mazurka is a lively Polish folk dance in triple meter. Some of the best known compositions for this dance were written by Frederic Chopin.
8. Bharatnatyam

Answer: India

Bharatnatyam literally translates to Indian dance. This Indian classical dance form is believed to have originated in the temples of south India, mainly those in the state of Tamil Nadu. The dance is generally performed solo.
9. Raqs sharqi

Answer: Egypt

Raqs sharqi translates to 'oriental dancing' and is a classical Egyptian form of belly dancing. While based on traditional folk dance forms like the ghawazi, it also incorporates elements of other styles, including the Russian ballet and Latin dances, giving rise to a hybrid dance form.
10. Syrtaki

Answer: Greece

The syrtaki combines elements of traditional Greek folk dances and may be performed with the dancers standing in a circle or line with their arms on each other. The dance is also known as Zorba's dance as it was choreographed for the 1964 film "Zorba the Greek".
Source: Author zorba_scank

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