Dance and Class

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Which dance style is often associated with the upper class?

  1. Ballet

  2. Hip hop

  3. Salsa

  4. Tap


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ballet is a classical dance form that originated in the Italian Renaissance courts in the 15th century. It is often associated with the upper class because it was originally performed by members of the nobility.

Which dance style is often associated with the working class?

  1. Jazz

  2. Modern

  3. Tap

  4. Flamenco


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tap is a percussive dance style that originated in the African-American community in the 19th century. It is often associated with the working class because it was originally performed by factory workers and other laborers.

Which dance style is often associated with the middle class?

  1. Swing

  2. Waltz

  3. Foxtrot

  4. Tango


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Swing is a social dance style that originated in the United States in the 1920s. It is often associated with the middle class because it was popular among young people who were not part of the upper or working class.

How does dance reflect the social class of the people who perform it?

  1. Through the type of music used

  2. Through the costumes and props used

  3. Through the movements and choreography

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance reflects the social class of the people who perform it through the type of music used, the costumes and props used, and the movements and choreography.

How can dance be used to challenge social class boundaries?

  1. By bringing people from different social classes together

  2. By creating awareness of social class inequality

  3. By providing opportunities for people from different social classes to interact with each other

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to challenge social class boundaries by bringing people from different social classes together, creating awareness of social class inequality, and providing opportunities for people from different social classes to interact with each other.

What are some of the challenges that dancers from lower social classes face?

  1. Lack of access to training and education

  2. Discrimination and prejudice

  3. Limited opportunities for performance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dancers from lower social classes often face challenges such as lack of access to training and education, discrimination and prejudice, and limited opportunities for performance.

What are some of the ways that dance can be used to promote social change?

  1. By raising awareness of social issues

  2. By providing a platform for people to express themselves

  3. By bringing people together from different backgrounds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote social change by raising awareness of social issues, providing a platform for people to express themselves, and bringing people together from different backgrounds.

How has dance been used to challenge social norms and expectations?

  1. By breaking down gender stereotypes

  2. By challenging traditional notions of beauty

  3. By promoting diversity and inclusion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance has been used to challenge social norms and expectations by breaking down gender stereotypes, challenging traditional notions of beauty, and promoting diversity and inclusion.

Which dance style is often associated with the aristocracy?

  1. Ballet

  2. Modern

  3. Jazz

  4. Hip hop


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ballet is a classical dance form that originated in the Italian Renaissance courts in the 15th century. It is often associated with the aristocracy because it was originally performed by members of the nobility.

Which dance style is often associated with the peasantry?

  1. Folk dance

  2. Modern dance

  3. Jazz dance

  4. Tap dance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Folk dance is a traditional dance form that is passed down from generation to generation within a community. It is often associated with the peasantry because it was originally performed by rural villagers.

Which dance style is often associated with the bourgeoisie?

  1. Ballroom dance

  2. Modern dance

  3. Jazz dance

  4. Hip hop dance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ballroom dance is a social dance form that is performed in pairs. It is often associated with the bourgeoisie because it was originally performed by members of the middle class.

How does dance reflect the social status of the people who perform it?

  1. Through the type of music used

  2. Through the costumes and props used

  3. Through the movements and choreography

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance reflects the social status of the people who perform it through the type of music used, the costumes and props used, and the movements and choreography.

How can dance be used to challenge social class boundaries?

  1. By bringing people from different social classes together

  2. By creating awareness of social class inequality

  3. By providing opportunities for people from different social classes to interact with each other

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to challenge social class boundaries by bringing people from different social classes together, creating awareness of social class inequality, and providing opportunities for people from different social classes to interact with each other.

What are some of the challenges that dancers from lower social classes face?

  1. Lack of access to training and education

  2. Discrimination and prejudice

  3. Limited opportunities for performance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dancers from lower social classes often face challenges such as lack of access to training and education, discrimination and prejudice, and limited opportunities for performance.

What are some of the ways that dance can be used to promote social change?

  1. By raising awareness of social issues

  2. By providing a platform for people to express themselves

  3. By bringing people together from different backgrounds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance can be used to promote social change by raising awareness of social issues, providing a platform for people to express themselves, and bringing people together from different backgrounds.

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