Dance and Equity

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the relationship between dance and equity. It covers topics such as the history of dance, the role of dance in society, and the ways in which dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion.
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What is the term used to describe the practice of using dance to address social issues and promote social change?

  1. Dance activism

  2. Dance therapy

  3. Dance education

  4. Dance performance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dance activism is a form of dance that is used to raise awareness about social issues and to promote social change. It can be used to address a wide range of issues, such as poverty, racism, sexism, and homophobia.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of dance for promoting equity and inclusion?

  1. It can help to break down barriers between people.

  2. It can help to create a sense of community.

  3. It can help to promote self-expression.

  4. It can help to reinforce stereotypes.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion by breaking down barriers between people, creating a sense of community, and promoting self-expression. However, it is important to use dance in a way that does not reinforce stereotypes.

What is the name of the dance company that was founded in 1968 to promote racial equality in the United States?

  1. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

  2. Martha Graham Dance Company

  3. New York City Ballet

  4. American Ballet Theatre


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was founded in 1968 by Alvin Ailey, a renowned African American dancer and choreographer. The company's mission is to promote racial equality in the United States through dance.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in education?

  1. It can help to create a more inclusive school environment.

  2. It can help to improve academic achievement.

  3. It can help to develop social and emotional skills.

  4. It can help to perpetuate existing inequalities.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in education by creating a more inclusive school environment, improving academic achievement, and developing social and emotional skills. However, it is important to use dance in a way that does not perpetuate existing inequalities.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using dance to address issues of gender inequality?

  1. Dance feminism

  2. Dance activism

  3. Dance therapy

  4. Dance education


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dance feminism is a form of dance that is used to address issues of gender inequality. It can be used to raise awareness about gender-based violence, to challenge traditional gender roles, and to promote gender equality.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of dance for promoting equity and inclusion in the workplace?

  1. It can help to create a more inclusive work environment.

  2. It can help to improve communication and collaboration.

  3. It can help to reduce stress and improve mental health.

  4. It can help to reinforce existing inequalities.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in the workplace by creating a more inclusive work environment, improving communication and collaboration, and reducing stress and improving mental health. However, it is important to use dance in a way that does not reinforce existing inequalities.

What is the name of the dance company that was founded in 1980 to promote disability awareness and inclusion through dance?

  1. AXIS Dance Company

  2. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

  3. Martha Graham Dance Company

  4. New York City Ballet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AXIS Dance Company was founded in 1980 by Judith Smith, a dancer and choreographer with a disability. The company's mission is to promote disability awareness and inclusion through dance.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in healthcare?

  1. It can help to reduce stress and improve mental health.

  2. It can help to improve physical health and mobility.

  3. It can help to promote self-expression and creativity.

  4. It can help to perpetuate existing health disparities.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in healthcare by reducing stress and improving mental health, improving physical health and mobility, and promoting self-expression and creativity. However, it is important to use dance in a way that does not perpetuate existing health disparities.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using dance to address issues of racial inequality?

  1. Dance activism

  2. Dance feminism

  3. Dance therapy

  4. Dance education


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dance activism is a form of dance that is used to address issues of racial inequality. It can be used to raise awareness about racial discrimination, to challenge racist stereotypes, and to promote racial equality.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of dance for promoting equity and inclusion in the criminal justice system?

  1. It can help to reduce recidivism rates.

  2. It can help to improve mental health and well-being.

  3. It can help to develop social and emotional skills.

  4. It can help to perpetuate existing criminal justice disparities.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in the criminal justice system by reducing recidivism rates, improving mental health and well-being, and developing social and emotional skills. However, it is important to use dance in a way that does not perpetuate existing criminal justice disparities.

What is the name of the dance company that was founded in 1994 to promote LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion through dance?

  1. Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

  2. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

  3. Martha Graham Dance Company

  4. New York City Ballet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo was founded in 1994 by a group of gay men who wanted to create a dance company that would promote LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion. The company is known for its humorous and satirical performances.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in the media?

  1. It can help to challenge stereotypes and promote diversity.

  2. It can help to create more inclusive media content.

  3. It can help to increase the visibility of marginalized groups.

  4. It can help to reinforce existing media biases.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in the media by challenging stereotypes and promoting diversity, creating more inclusive media content, and increasing the visibility of marginalized groups. However, it is important to use dance in a way that does not reinforce existing media biases.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using dance to address issues of economic inequality?

  1. Dance activism

  2. Dance feminism

  3. Dance therapy

  4. Dance education


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dance activism is a form of dance that is used to address issues of economic inequality. It can be used to raise awareness about poverty, to challenge economic injustice, and to promote economic equality.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of dance for promoting equity and inclusion in the arts?

  1. It can help to break down barriers between people.

  2. It can help to create a more inclusive arts environment.

  3. It can help to promote self-expression and creativity.

  4. It can help to reinforce existing artistic hierarchies.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote equity and inclusion in the arts by breaking down barriers between people, creating a more inclusive arts environment, and promoting self-expression and creativity. However, it is important to use dance in a way that does not reinforce existing artistic hierarchies.

What is the name of the dance company that was founded in 1970 to promote cultural understanding and exchange through dance?

  1. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

  2. Martha Graham Dance Company

  3. New York City Ballet

  4. Dance Theatre of Harlem


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance Theatre of Harlem was founded in 1970 by Arthur Mitchell, a former dancer with the New York City Ballet. The company's mission is to promote cultural understanding and exchange through dance.

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