Senior Secondary · 11-12 · Dance

Dance Fundamentals

40 practice questions available.

What is the term for a sequence of dance movements created by a choreographer?

Choreography

What ballet term describes the five basic foot and arm positions used as a foundation for movement?

The five positions

What dance style, originating in African American and Latino communities, includes movements like popping, locking, and breaking?

Street dance / hip-hop dance

What do we call the rhythmic pattern or beat that a dancer moves to?

Rhythm (tempo)

What term describes a dancer's ability to control their body's balance and alignment while moving?

Body control (balance/alignment)

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