Dance and the Right to Nationality

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Which international human rights instrument explicitly recognizes the right to nationality?

  1. Universal Declaration of Human Rights

  2. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

  3. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

  4. Convention on the Rights of the Child


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted in 1948, is the first international human rights instrument to explicitly recognize the right to nationality.

What is the relationship between dance and the right to nationality?

  1. Dance is a form of cultural expression that can be used to assert national identity.

  2. Dance can be used to promote understanding and tolerance between different cultures.

  3. Dance can be used to raise awareness about human rights issues, including the right to nationality.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance is a powerful form of cultural expression that can be used to assert national identity, promote understanding and tolerance between different cultures, and raise awareness about human rights issues, including the right to nationality.

Which dance form is often associated with the struggle for national liberation in South Africa?

  1. Gumboot dance

  2. Kwaito

  3. Pantsula

  4. Soweto Gospel Choir


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gumboot dance, also known as isitimela, is a traditional South African dance form that originated in the gold mines of the Witwatersrand in the late 19th century. It is often associated with the struggle for national liberation in South Africa.

Which dance form is often used to celebrate the cultural diversity of India?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Odissi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Odissi are all classical Indian dance forms that are often used to celebrate the cultural diversity of India.

Which dance form is often used to express the cultural identity of the Roma people?

  1. Flamenco

  2. Tango

  3. Rumba

  4. Gypsy dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gypsy dance is a general term used to describe the traditional dances of the Roma people. It is often used to express their cultural identity and to celebrate their history and traditions.

Which dance form is often used to promote peace and reconciliation in conflict-affected areas?

  1. Capoeira

  2. Salsa

  3. Zumba

  4. Breakdancing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. It is often used to promote peace and reconciliation in conflict-affected areas.

Which dance form is often used to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS?

  1. Stomp

  2. Tap dance

  3. Hip hop

  4. Modern dance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stomp is a percussive dance form that uses everyday objects to create music and rhythm. It is often used to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS.

Which dance form is often used to celebrate the cultural diversity of the United States?

  1. Square dance

  2. Line dance

  3. Clogging

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Square dance, line dance, and clogging are all traditional American dance forms that are often used to celebrate the cultural diversity of the United States.

Which dance form is often used to express the cultural identity of the African diaspora?

  1. Jazz dance

  2. Hip hop

  3. Modern dance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jazz dance, hip hop, and modern dance are all dance forms that have been influenced by the African diaspora. They are often used to express the cultural identity of the African diaspora.

Which dance form is often used to promote gender equality and women's empowerment?

  1. Belly dance

  2. Flamenco

  3. Salsa

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Belly dance, flamenco, and salsa are all dance forms that have been used to promote gender equality and women's empowerment.

Which dance form is often used to raise awareness about environmental issues?

  1. Contemporary dance

  2. Modern dance

  3. Butoh

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Contemporary dance, modern dance, and butoh are all dance forms that have been used to raise awareness about environmental issues.

Which dance form is often used to promote peace and understanding between different cultures?

  1. Folk dance

  2. International folk dance

  3. World dance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Folk dance, international folk dance, and world dance are all dance forms that have been used to promote peace and understanding between different cultures.

Which dance form is often used to celebrate the cultural diversity of the Caribbean?

  1. Calypso

  2. Soca

  3. Reggae

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Calypso, soca, and reggae are all dance forms that have been influenced by the cultural diversity of the Caribbean.

Which dance form is often used to express the cultural identity of the Indigenous peoples of North America?

  1. Powwow

  2. Round dance

  3. Sun dance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Powwow, round dance, and sun dance are all dance forms that have been used to express the cultural identity of the Indigenous peoples of North America.

Which dance form is often used to celebrate the cultural diversity of Latin America?

  1. Salsa

  2. Merengue

  3. Bachata

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Salsa, merengue, and bachata are all dance forms that have been influenced by the cultural diversity of Latin America.

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