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Salsa Dance Basics

Description: Salsa is a Latin dance style that originated in Cuba in the 1920s. It is characterized by its fast tempo, syncopated rhythms, and intricate footwork. Salsa is a popular dance style all over the world, and it is often performed at parties, clubs, and dance competitions.
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What is the origin of Salsa dance?

  1. Cuba

  2. Mexico

  3. Brazil

  4. Colombia

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salsa dance originated in Cuba in the 1920s.

What is the basic rhythm of Salsa dance?

  1. 2/4

  2. 3/4

  3. 4/4

  4. 6/8

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The basic rhythm of Salsa dance is 4/4.

What are the two main types of Salsa dance?

  1. Cuban Salsa and Puerto Rican Salsa

  2. New York Salsa and Los Angeles Salsa

  3. Colombian Salsa and Venezuelan Salsa

  4. Mexican Salsa and Brazilian Salsa

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The two main types of Salsa dance are Cuban Salsa and Puerto Rican Salsa.

What is the basic step of Salsa dance?

  1. The Cross-Body Lead

  2. The Side-to-Side Lead

  3. The Forward-and-Back Lead

  4. The Circular Lead

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic step of Salsa dance is the Cross-Body Lead.

What is the basic hand position for Salsa dance?

  1. Open Hand Position

  2. Closed Hand Position

  3. Semi-Closed Hand Position

  4. Fingertip Hand Position

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic hand position for Salsa dance is the Open Hand Position.

What is the basic footwork for Salsa dance?

  1. The Cuban Motion

  2. The Puerto Rican Motion

  3. The New York Motion

  4. The Los Angeles Motion

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic footwork for Salsa dance is the Cuban Motion.

What is the basic body movement for Salsa dance?

  1. The Cuban Hip Movement

  2. The Puerto Rican Hip Movement

  3. The New York Hip Movement

  4. The Los Angeles Hip Movement

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic body movement for Salsa dance is the Cuban Hip Movement.

What is the basic turn for Salsa dance?

  1. The Cuban Turn

  2. The Puerto Rican Turn

  3. The New York Turn

  4. The Los Angeles Turn

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic turn for Salsa dance is the Cuban Turn.

What is the basic dip for Salsa dance?

  1. The Cuban Dip

  2. The Puerto Rican Dip

  3. The New York Dip

  4. The Los Angeles Dip

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic dip for Salsa dance is the Cuban Dip.

What is the basic break for Salsa dance?

  1. The Cuban Break

  2. The Puerto Rican Break

  3. The New York Break

  4. The Los Angeles Break

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic break for Salsa dance is the Cuban Break.

What is the basic shine for Salsa dance?

  1. The Cuban Shine

  2. The Puerto Rican Shine

  3. The New York Shine

  4. The Los Angeles Shine

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The basic shine for Salsa dance is the Cuban Shine.

What is the basic salsa song structure?

  1. Introduction, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, Chorus, Outro

  2. Introduction, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, Chorus, Outro

  3. Introduction, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, Chorus, Outro

  4. Introduction, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, Chorus, Outro

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Correct Option: A,B,C,D
Explanation:

The basic salsa song structure is Introduction, Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, Bridge, Chorus, Outro.

What are the most popular salsa instruments?

  1. Timbales, Congas, Bongos, Guiro, Maracas, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Bass, Vocals

  2. Timbales, Congas, Bongos, Guiro, Maracas, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Bass, Vocals

  3. Timbales, Congas, Bongos, Guiro, Maracas, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Bass, Vocals

  4. Timbales, Congas, Bongos, Guiro, Maracas, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Bass, Vocals

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Correct Option: A,B,C,D
Explanation:

The most popular salsa instruments are Timbales, Congas, Bongos, Guiro, Maracas, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Bass, and Vocals.

What are some of the most famous salsa dancers?

  1. Eddie Torres, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Shakira, Pitbull, J Balvin

  2. Eddie Torres, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Shakira, Pitbull, J Balvin

  3. Eddie Torres, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Shakira, Pitbull, J Balvin

  4. Eddie Torres, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Shakira, Pitbull, J Balvin

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Correct Option: A,B,C,D
Explanation:

Some of the most famous salsa dancers are Eddie Torres, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Shakira, Pitbull, and J Balvin.

What are some of the most popular salsa songs?

  1. La Vida Es Un Carnaval

  2. Oye Como Va

  3. El Cantante

  4. I Like It Like That

  5. Vivir Mi Vida

  6. Despacito

  7. Mi Gente

  8. Taki Taki

  9. Con Altura

  10. Que Tire Pa' Lante

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

Some of the most popular salsa songs are La Vida Es Un Carnaval, Oye Como Va, El Cantante, I Like It Like That, Vivir Mi Vida, Despacito, Mi Gente, Taki Taki, Con Altura, and Que Tire Pa' Lante.

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