Jazz dance: history
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- Q1Which of the following is a characteristic of jazz dance?Slow tempoSyncopated rhythmsLinear movementsBallet technique30s
- Q2Which dance style influenced the development of jazz dance?Bollywood danceIrish step danceFlamencoAfrican American dance traditions30s
- Q3What is a signature element of jazz dance technique?PliePartner liftsPirouettesIsolations30s
- Q4What is a common characteristic of jazz dance choreography?Strict adherence to countsImprovisationMinimal use of propsPre-set routines30s
- Q5Which popular dance style influenced the development of jazz dance in the early 20th century?BalletHip HopCharlestonSalsa30s
- Q6Which iconic jazz dancer and choreographer is known for infusing elements of African dance and spirituality into his work?Alvin AileyFred AstaireTwyla TharpSavion Glover30s
- Q7Which jazz dance pioneer choreographed the Broadway musical 'West Side Story'?Katherine DunhamBob FosseJerome RobbinsMartha Graham30s
- Q8Which jazz dance style is characterized by its fast footwork, syncopated rhythms, and improvisational nature?FlamencoTap danceBallroom danceContemporary dance30s
- Q9Who is considered the 'Father of Tap Dance'?Bill 'Bojangles' RobinsonGene KellySavion GloverFred Astaire30s
- Q10Where did tap dance originate?JapanFranceUnited StatesBrazil30s
- Q11Where did jazz dance originate?BrazilFranceUnited StatesJapan30s
- Q12Katherine Dunham's work in dance was often inspired by which cultures?European and Asian culturesMiddle Eastern and South American culturesOceanic and Nordic culturesAfrican and Caribbean cultures30s
- Q13Which dance style heavily influenced the development of jazz dance?Ballroom danceTap danceBalletAfrican American vernacular dance30s
- Q14Which jazz musician is often credited with popularizing jazz dance through his music and performances?Count BasieElla FitzgeraldLouis ArmstrongDuke Ellington30s
- Q15Which city is known as the birthplace of jazz music, influencing the development of jazz dance?Los AngelesNew York CityNew OrleansChicago30s