Polynesian Dance Techniques

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What is the most common type of Polynesian dance?

  1. Hula

  2. Tahitian

  3. Samoan

  4. Tongan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hula is the most common type of Polynesian dance and is performed in Hawaii.

What is the main purpose of Polynesian dance?

  1. Religious ceremonies

  2. Social gatherings

  3. Entertainment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Polynesian dance is used for religious ceremonies, social gatherings, and entertainment.

What are the three main types of Hula?

  1. Kahiko

  2. Auana

  3. Modern

  4. Hula Pahu


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The three main types of Hula are Kahiko (ancient), Auana (contemporary), and Modern (a blend of both).

What is the traditional dress worn by Polynesian dancers?

  1. Pareo

  2. Muumuu

  3. Lava-lava

  4. Sarong


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional dress worn by Polynesian dancers is called a pareo, which is a wrap-around skirt.

What are the main instruments used in Polynesian dance?

  1. Drums

  2. Ukulele

  3. Guitar

  4. Flute


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main instruments used in Polynesian dance are drums, such as the pahu and the ipu.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed by men?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hula Kahiko is the traditional Polynesian dance performed by men.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed by women?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hula Auana is the traditional Polynesian dance performed by women.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with drums?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hula Pahu is the traditional Polynesian dance performed with drums.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with fans?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hula O'o is the traditional Polynesian dance performed with fans.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with fire?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option:
Explanation:

There is no traditional Polynesian dance performed with fire.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with poi balls?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hula Kahiko is the traditional Polynesian dance performed with poi balls.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with sticks?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hula Kahiko is the traditional Polynesian dance performed with sticks.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with shells?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hula Kahiko is the traditional Polynesian dance performed with shells.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with flowers?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hula Auana is the traditional Polynesian dance performed with flowers.

What is the name of the traditional Polynesian dance performed with grass skirts?

  1. Hula Kahiko

  2. Hula Auana

  3. Hula Pahu

  4. Hula O'o


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hula Auana is the traditional Polynesian dance performed with grass skirts.

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