Bilingualism and Multilingualism in Dance

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What is the term for the ability to communicate in two or more languages?

  1. Bilingualism

  2. Multilingualism

  3. Polyglottism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bilingualism, multilingualism, and polyglottism all refer to the ability to communicate in two or more languages.

What are the two main types of bilingualism?

  1. Simultaneous and sequential

  2. Additive and subtractive

  3. Compound and coordinate

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Simultaneous bilingualism occurs when a person learns two languages at the same time, while sequential bilingualism occurs when a person learns a second language after already learning their first language.

What is the term for the loss of one's first language when learning a second language?

  1. Language attrition

  2. Language shift

  3. Language death

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Language attrition refers to the gradual loss of one's first language when learning a second language.

What are the cognitive benefits of bilingualism?

  1. Improved executive function

  2. Enhanced memory

  3. Increased creativity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bilingualism has been shown to improve executive function, enhance memory, and increase creativity.

What are the social benefits of bilingualism?

  1. Increased job opportunities

  2. Improved cultural understanding

  3. Stronger social networks

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bilingualism can lead to increased job opportunities, improved cultural understanding, and stronger social networks.

What is the term for the use of two or more languages in a single dance performance?

  1. Bilingual dance

  2. Multilingual dance

  3. Polyglot dance

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bilingual dance refers to the use of two or more languages in a single dance performance.

What are the challenges of creating bilingual dance performances?

  1. Finding dancers who are fluent in multiple languages

  2. Coordinating the movement of dancers who are speaking different languages

  3. Creating a cohesive narrative that is accessible to audiences of all language backgrounds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Creating bilingual dance performances can be challenging due to the need to find dancers who are fluent in multiple languages, coordinate the movement of dancers who are speaking different languages, and create a cohesive narrative that is accessible to audiences of all language backgrounds.

What are some examples of bilingual dance performances?

  1. Akram Khan's "Desh"

  2. William Forsythe's "In the Middle Somewhat Elevated"

  3. Hofesh Shechter's "Political Mother"

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Akram Khan's "Desh", William Forsythe's "In the Middle Somewhat Elevated", and Hofesh Shechter's "Political Mother" are all examples of bilingual dance performances.

What is the future of bilingual dance?

  1. Bilingual dance will become more popular as the world becomes increasingly globalized.

  2. Bilingual dance will remain a niche art form.

  3. Bilingual dance will eventually disappear.

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The future of bilingual dance is uncertain. It is possible that bilingual dance will become more popular as the world becomes increasingly globalized, but it is also possible that it will remain a niche art form or even disappear.

What are some of the benefits of bilingual dance for dancers?

  1. It can help dancers to develop their language skills.

  2. It can help dancers to learn about different cultures.

  3. It can help dancers to connect with audiences from different linguistic backgrounds.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bilingual dance can help dancers to develop their language skills, learn about different cultures, and connect with audiences from different linguistic backgrounds.

What are some of the benefits of bilingual dance for audiences?

  1. It can help audiences to learn about different languages.

  2. It can help audiences to learn about different cultures.

  3. It can help audiences to connect with dancers from different linguistic backgrounds.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bilingual dance can help audiences to learn about different languages, learn about different cultures, and connect with dancers from different linguistic backgrounds.

What are some of the challenges of bilingual dance for dancers?

  1. It can be difficult to learn to dance in a language that you are not fluent in.

  2. It can be difficult to coordinate with other dancers who are speaking different languages.

  3. It can be difficult to create a cohesive performance that is accessible to audiences of all language backgrounds.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bilingual dance can be challenging for dancers because it can be difficult to learn to dance in a language that you are not fluent in, coordinate with other dancers who are speaking different languages, and create a cohesive performance that is accessible to audiences of all language backgrounds.

What are some of the challenges of bilingual dance for audiences?

  1. It can be difficult to understand the dialogue in a dance performance that is in a language that you are not fluent in.

  2. It can be difficult to follow the narrative of a dance performance that is in a language that you are not fluent in.

  3. It can be difficult to connect with the dancers in a dance performance that is in a language that you are not fluent in.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bilingual dance can be challenging for audiences because it can be difficult to understand the dialogue, follow the narrative, and connect with the dancers in a dance performance that is in a language that you are not fluent in.

What is the role of the choreographer in a bilingual dance performance?

  1. To create a cohesive narrative that is accessible to audiences of all language backgrounds.

  2. To coordinate the movement of dancers who are speaking different languages.

  3. To find dancers who are fluent in multiple languages.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The choreographer in a bilingual dance performance is responsible for creating a cohesive narrative that is accessible to audiences of all language backgrounds, coordinating the movement of dancers who are speaking different languages, and finding dancers who are fluent in multiple languages.

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