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The Footwork Finesse of Kuchipudi

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What is the name of the basic footwork pattern in Kuchipudi?

  1. Adavus

  2. Jatis

  3. Bhava

  4. Nritta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adavus are the basic footwork patterns in Kuchipudi, consisting of a series of steps, jumps, and turns.

How many types of Adavus are there in Kuchipudi?

  1. 108

  2. 1008

  3. 12

  4. 24


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

There are 108 Adavus in Kuchipudi, each with its own unique pattern and rhythm.

Which of the following is not a type of Adavu?

  1. Tatta Adavu

  2. Jarugandi Adavu

  3. Bhama Adavu

  4. Khanda Adavu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Khanda Adavu is not a type of Adavu in Kuchipudi.

What is the name of the footwork pattern that is performed in a circular motion?

  1. Bhama Adavu

  2. Jarugandi Adavu

  3. Tatta Adavu

  4. Khanda Adavu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jarugandi Adavu is the footwork pattern that is performed in a circular motion.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Kuchipudi footwork?

  1. Grace

  2. Agility

  3. Strength

  4. Speed


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Strength is not a characteristic of Kuchipudi footwork.

What is the name of the footwork pattern that is performed in a zigzag motion?

  1. Tatta Adavu

  2. Jarugandi Adavu

  3. Bhama Adavu

  4. Khanda Adavu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tatta Adavu is the footwork pattern that is performed in a zigzag motion.

Which of the following is not a type of Jati in Kuchipudi?

  1. Svara Jati

  2. Pada Jati

  3. Tala Jati

  4. Angika Jati


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Angika Jati is not a type of Jati in Kuchipudi.

What is the name of the footwork pattern that is performed in a straight line?

  1. Bhama Adavu

  2. Jarugandi Adavu

  3. Tatta Adavu

  4. Khanda Adavu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhama Adavu is the footwork pattern that is performed in a straight line.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Kuchipudi Jatis?

  1. Complexity

  2. Variety

  3. Rhythm

  4. Melody


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Melody is not a characteristic of Kuchipudi Jatis.

What is the name of the footwork pattern that is performed in a circular motion with a jump?

  1. Bhama Adavu

  2. Jarugandi Adavu

  3. Tatta Adavu

  4. Khanda Adavu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Khanda Adavu is the footwork pattern that is performed in a circular motion with a jump.

Which of the following is not a type of Tala in Kuchipudi?

  1. Adi Tala

  2. Misra Chapu Tala

  3. Khanda Chapu Tala

  4. Rupak Tala


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rupak Tala is not a type of Tala in Kuchipudi.

What is the name of the footwork pattern that is performed in a zigzag motion with a jump?

  1. Bhama Adavu

  2. Jarugandi Adavu

  3. Tatta Adavu

  4. Khanda Adavu


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tatta Adavu is the footwork pattern that is performed in a zigzag motion with a jump.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Kuchipudi Talas?

  1. Complexity

  2. Variety

  3. Rhythm

  4. Melody


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Melody is not a characteristic of Kuchipudi Talas.

What is the name of the footwork pattern that is performed in a straight line with a jump?

  1. Bhama Adavu

  2. Jarugandi Adavu

  3. Tatta Adavu

  4. Khanda Adavu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhama Adavu is the footwork pattern that is performed in a straight line with a jump.

Which of the following is not a type of Nritta in Kuchipudi?

  1. Tandava

  2. Lasya

  3. Abhinaya

  4. Nritya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Abhinaya is not a type of Nritta in Kuchipudi.

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