You may not realize it, but when you’re on the dance floor you could be participating in some traditional movement or custom from a land far far away. In order to learn more about your favorite dances, see if you can match the dance with a fact relating to it.
Dance and Origin |
Fact |
| 1) Flamenco – Andalusia region of Spain | A) This dance form is considered to be best when the dancer improvises his/her moves to the music. |
| 2) Irish Step Dancing – Ireland | B) This dance has been taught to people suffering from Parkinson’s disease as a form of therapy. |
| 3) Merengue – Dominican Republic | C) This dance became popular in Russia where theaters contained sections with simple wooden benches so non-wealthy people could afford to attend performances. |
| 4) Ballet – Italy during the Renaissance | D) Hand movements represent different aspects of nature in this dance. |
| 5) Hula – Hawaii | E) The hard shoes worn for this dance have eight striking surfaces. |
| 6) Tango – Argentina | F) Carmen Miranda is thought to have brought this dance into America’s popular culture. |
| 7) Viennese Waltz – Vienna, Austria | G) This dance is danced at 180 beats per minute. |
| 8) Limbo – Trinidad | H) This dance was once considered a dance for the lower classes. |
| 9) Samba – Brazil | I) This competitive dance was created in the 1950s. |
Now check your answers to see how many you got right!
Answer Key:
1. A 2. E 3. H 4. C 5. D 6. B 7. G 8. I 9. F
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