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Types of Dance Trivia Quiz

In this quiz I will describe a genre (type) of dance and you will have to tell what kind it is. This quiz may contain any type of dance from ballet to krump. Good luck! -Babystar

A multiple-choice quiz by Babystar411. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Babystar411

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
282,709

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
8 / 10

Plays
2034

Last 3 plays: Guest 94 (6/10), Guest 86 (8/10), chianti59 (10/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In this type of dance you wear (mostly) black or tan shoes with metal plates attached to the bottom. Common steps include flaps, ball changes, and buffalos. What is it? Hint

Tap

Lyrical

Krump

Pop

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Question 2 of 10

2. This type of dance has many kinds within itself. This genre of dance was introduced into the second season of "So You Think You Can Dance". It is also refered to as "clowning". What is it? Hint

Ballet

Krump

Salsa

Hip-Hop

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Question 3 of 10

3. This dance is a classic. It is best known for its five positions and it also includes a lot of jumps. The shoe is flat-bottomed and can come in different colors. What is it? Hint

Mambo

Contemporary

Line Dance

Ballet

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Question 4 of 10

4. This type of dance includes steps such as a grapevine and a shuffle step. It is always done with a lot of people. "Electric Slide" is one of the most well-known dances in this genre. What is it? Hint

Contemporary

Lyrical

Belly Dance

Line Dance

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Question 5 of 10

5. This was the genre of dance used by the first African-American winner of "So You Think You Can Dance". It includes techniques of ballet, but is more flowing and not as sharp. Mia Michaels is a well known choreographer in this dance. What is it? Hint

Contemporary

Pop

Jazz

Cha-Cha

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Question 6 of 10

6. This dance is classified in the American Ballroom category. This dance has a strong African and Spanish influence. It has two main movements, back basic and front basic. Unlike most Latin dances, the feet only move on the 2nd and 4th beats. What is it? Hint

Salsa

Belly Dance

Waltz

Mambo

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Question 7 of 10

7. This dance includes a lot of working of the hips and belly. Colombian pop singer Shakira is most popular for this dance. Attire is very sparkly and often fringed. What is it? Hint

Belly Dance

Lyrical

Jazz

Hip-Hop

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Question 8 of 10

8. This dance has a variety of jumps and a lot of footwork. Steps from this dance appear in every dance from ballet to mambo. Wide, open hands are a popular characteristic of this dance. What is it? Hint

Jazz

Cha-Cha

Lyrical

Break Dance

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Question 9 of 10

9. This dance is commonly performed at weddings. It is also known for its elegance. Moves include promenade and whisk. What is it? Hint

Cha Cha

Lyrical

Pop

Waltz

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Question 10 of 10

10. This dance is the daughter/son of Jazz. Movements in this dance are more modernized than Jazz. It appears in many music videos and sneakers are the proper shoes. This dance style has had numerous movies made about it, including "You Got Served" and "Stomp the Yard". What is it? Hint

Break Dance

Hip-Hop

Waltz

Mambo

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In this type of dance you wear (mostly) black or tan shoes with metal plates attached to the bottom. Common steps include flaps, ball changes, and buffalos. What is it?

Answer: Tap

Tap dancing began in the 1840s in New York City. It was majorly influenced by Irish and African dance styles.

2. This type of dance has many kinds within itself. This genre of dance was introduced into the second season of "So You Think You Can Dance". It is also refered to as "clowning". What is it?

Answer: Krump

Krump dance was founded by Christopher "Lil' C" Toler. The 2005 documentary "Rize" was completely centered around krump dance. Its origin is South Los Angeles.

3. This dance is a classic. It is best known for its five positions and it also includes a lot of jumps. The shoe is flat-bottomed and can come in different colors. What is it?

Answer: Ballet

Ballet began in the latter part of the 15th century. Back then, it was most popular in Europe (mostly Italy, France, and Russia). Basic ballet attire includes: a leotard, tights, and the proper shoes.

Answer: Line Dance

Line dance began in various folk forms, including those of the western US in the 1900s. Other sighted popular line dances include: "The Macarena", "The Swamp Thang", and "The Chicken Dance" (which is done in a circle but can be considered a line dance).

Answer: Contemporary

Contemporary is closely related to Modern dance. Technique is free and flowing. This dance is mostly done barefoot.

Answer: Mambo

Mambo came to be in the 1950s of Cuba. Mambo has several global variations. Los Angeles, Colombia, and New York have adapted this dance according to the dance styles in their areas.

7. This dance includes a lot of working of the hips and belly. Colombian pop singer Shakira is most popular for this dance. Attire is very sparkly and often fringed. What is it?

Answer: Belly Dance

Belly Dance originated in the Middle East (Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Egypt, etc). This is a traditional dance, and special costumes called Bedlahs are used for this dance in the Middle East.

Answer: Jazz

Jazz was derived from African-American dances in the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Jazz dancers must first master ballet technique in order to do Jazz. Noted jazz dancers include Joe Frisco, Jaimie Goodwin, and Michael Jackson.

9. This dance is commonly performed at weddings. It is also known for its elegance. Moves include promenade and whisk. What is it?

Answer: Waltz

Waltz was first introduced around the 1780s in Vienna, Austria. Several variations of the waltz exist, including Viennese Waltz, Mexican Waltz, and Country Western Waltz.

Answer: Hip-Hop

Hip-Hop was discovered in the 1960s of New York City. Krump and Break Dance are both originated from Hip-Hop. Very upbeat and energetic music accompanies this dance.

Source: Author Babystar411

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