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Salsa Dance Competitions

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Which country is considered the birthplace of Salsa?

  1. Cuba

  2. Puerto Rico

  3. Colombia

  4. Venezuela


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salsa originated in Cuba in the 1950s, blending Afro-Cuban rhythms with other Caribbean and Latin American influences.

What is the most prestigious Salsa dance competition in the world?

  1. World Salsa Championship

  2. Salsa World Congress

  3. International Salsa Festival

  4. Latin Dance World Cup


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Salsa Championship is the largest and most prestigious Salsa dance competition, held annually in Cali, Colombia.

Which dance move is often considered the signature move of Salsa?

  1. Cross-body Lead

  2. Cuban Motion

  3. Side-to-Side

  4. Dile Que No


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Cuban Motion is a basic Salsa move that involves a circular hip movement and a side-to-side step.

What is the typical tempo of Salsa music?

  1. 80-90 bpm

  2. 100-110 bpm

  3. 120-130 bpm

  4. 140-150 bpm


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Salsa music typically has a tempo between 120 and 130 beats per minute.

Which instrument is commonly used to provide the rhythmic foundation in Salsa music?

  1. Congas

  2. Timbales

  3. Bongos

  4. Clave


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Clave is a small percussion instrument that plays a fundamental role in Salsa music, providing the basic rhythmic pattern.

What is the term used to describe the improvised section of a Salsa dance performance?

  1. Shines

  2. Breaks

  3. Solos

  4. Guapea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shines are improvised dance moves performed by individual dancers during a Salsa dance performance.

Which Salsa dance style is characterized by its fast-paced, energetic movements and intricate footwork?

  1. New York Style

  2. Los Angeles Style

  3. Cuban Style

  4. Colombian Style


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

New York Style Salsa is known for its fast-paced, energetic movements and intricate footwork.

What is the name of the annual Salsa dance festival held in Puerto Rico?

  1. Puerto Rico Salsa Congress

  2. San Juan Salsa Festival

  3. Salsa Caribe Festival

  4. Salsa Boricua Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Puerto Rico Salsa Congress is an annual Salsa dance festival held in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Which Salsa dance style is known for its smooth, elegant movements and graceful body lines?

  1. Los Angeles Style

  2. Cuban Style

  3. Colombian Style

  4. Venezuelan Style


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Los Angeles Style Salsa is known for its smooth, elegant movements and graceful body lines.

What is the term used to describe a Salsa dance move that involves a quick turn and change of direction?

  1. Dile Que No

  2. Cross-body Lead

  3. Cuban Motion

  4. Side-to-Side


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dile Que No is a Salsa dance move that involves a quick turn and change of direction.

Which Salsa dance style is characterized by its strong African influences and percussive footwork?

  1. Cuban Style

  2. Colombian Style

  3. Venezuelan Style

  4. Dominican Style


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cuban Style Salsa is characterized by its strong African influences and percussive footwork.

What is the name of the annual Salsa dance festival held in Cali, Colombia?

  1. World Salsa Championship

  2. Salsa World Congress

  3. Cali Salsa Festival

  4. International Salsa Festival


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Cali Salsa Festival is an annual Salsa dance festival held in Cali, Colombia.

Which Salsa dance style is known for its playful, flirtatious movements and intricate handwork?

  1. Colombian Style

  2. Venezuelan Style

  3. Dominican Style

  4. Puerto Rican Style


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Colombian Style Salsa is known for its playful, flirtatious movements and intricate handwork.

What is the name of the annual Salsa dance festival held in Miami, Florida?

  1. Miami Salsa Congress

  2. Salsa Miami Festival

  3. International Salsa Festival

  4. Latin Dance World Cup


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Miami Salsa Congress is an annual Salsa dance festival held in Miami, Florida.

Which Salsa dance style is characterized by its fast-paced, energetic movements and intricate footwork?

  1. New York Style

  2. Los Angeles Style

  3. Cuban Style

  4. Colombian Style


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

New York Style Salsa is known for its fast-paced, energetic movements and intricate footwork.

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