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Salsa Dance History

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Where did Salsa Dance originate?

  1. Cuba

  2. Puerto Rico

  3. Mexico

  4. Colombia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salsa Dance originated in Cuba in the 1950s.

What are the main influences on Salsa Dance?

  1. Son Cubano

  2. Mambo

  3. Cha-cha-cha

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Salsa Dance is a fusion of various Latin dance styles, including Son Cubano, Mambo, and Cha-cha-cha.

Who is considered the 'Father of Salsa'?

  1. Celia Cruz

  2. Tito Puente

  3. Eddie Palmieri

  4. Willie Colon


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tito Puente is widely regarded as the 'Father of Salsa' for his contributions to the development and popularization of the genre.

What is the basic rhythm of Salsa Dance?

  1. 2/4

  2. 3/4

  3. 4/4

  4. 6/8


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Salsa Dance is typically danced in a 4/4 time signature.

What are the two main styles of Salsa Dance?

  1. Cuban Salsa

  2. Puerto Rican Salsa

  3. Colombian Salsa

  4. Both Cuban Salsa and Puerto Rican Salsa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cuban Salsa and Puerto Rican Salsa are the two main styles of Salsa Dance.

What is the characteristic move of Cuban Salsa?

  1. The Cuban Motion

  2. The Puerto Rican Motion

  3. The Colombian Motion

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Cuban Motion is the characteristic move of Cuban Salsa, which involves a hip movement and a side-to-side step.

What is the characteristic move of Puerto Rican Salsa?

  1. The Cuban Motion

  2. The Puerto Rican Motion

  3. The Colombian Motion

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Puerto Rican Motion is the characteristic move of Puerto Rican Salsa, which involves a hip movement and a forward-and-back step.

When did Salsa Dance become popular in the United States?

  1. 1960s

  2. 1970s

  3. 1980s

  4. 1990s


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Salsa Dance became popular in the United States in the 1970s, thanks to the influx of Latin immigrants and the rise of Latin music.

Which city is considered the 'Salsa Capital of the World'?

  1. New York City

  2. Los Angeles

  3. Miami

  4. San Francisco


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

New York City is considered the 'Salsa Capital of the World' due to its large Latin population and vibrant Salsa dance scene.

What is the largest annual Salsa festival in the world?

  1. The Cali Salsa Festival

  2. The Puerto Rico Salsa Congress

  3. The New York Salsa Festival

  4. The Miami Salsa Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Cali Salsa Festival in Colombia is the largest annual Salsa festival in the world, attracting over 1 million attendees.

Which Salsa dancer is known as the 'Queen of Salsa'?

  1. Celia Cruz

  2. Gloria Estefan

  3. Jennifer Lopez

  4. Shakira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Celia Cruz is known as the 'Queen of Salsa' for her contributions to the genre and her powerful voice.

Which Salsa song is considered the 'National Anthem of Salsa'?

  1. El Cantante

  2. La Vida es un Carnaval

  3. Oye Como Va

  4. Guantanamera


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

El Cantante by Hector Lavoe is considered the 'National Anthem of Salsa' due to its popularity and iconic status.

What is the name of the Salsa dance competition held annually in New York City?

  1. The World Salsa Championship

  2. The New York Salsa Congress

  3. The Salsa Summit

  4. The Latin Dance World Cup


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Salsa Championship is an annual Salsa dance competition held in New York City, featuring dancers from all over the world.

Which Salsa dancer is known for his innovative choreography and intricate footwork?

  1. Eddie Torres

  2. Frankie Martinez

  3. Juan Matos

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Eddie Torres, Frankie Martinez, and Juan Matos are all known for their innovative choreography and intricate footwork in Salsa Dance.

What is the name of the Salsa dance move that involves a quick spin and a dip?

  1. The Cuban Motion

  2. The Puerto Rican Motion

  3. The Colombian Motion

  4. The Salsa Dip


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Salsa Dip is a Salsa dance move that involves a quick spin and a dip.

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