Dance Lessons Dance Technique and Body Mechanics

Question 1

In ballet, what term describes the raising of the heel off the floor while remaining on the ball of the foot?

Accepted Answer

Relevé

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Plié

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Battement

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Arabesque

Question 2

What is the term for the outward rotation of the legs from the hip socket in classical ballet?

Accepted Answer

Turnout

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Parallel position

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Croisé

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En pointe

Question 3

In dance, what does 'alignment' primarily refer to?

Accepted Answer

The proper positioning of the body's skeletal structure

Answer

The pattern of steps in a routine

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The spacing between dancers on stage

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The direction a dancer faces the audience

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'spot' in turning techniques like pirouettes?

Accepted Answer

To focus the eyes on a fixed point to prevent dizziness

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To mark a position on the floor

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To count musical beats

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To signal a partner

Question 5

Which muscle group is most responsible for providing core stability in dance?

Accepted Answer

Deep abdominals and back muscles

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Quadriceps

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Hamstrings

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Calves

Question 6

What does 'contraction' mean in Martha Graham technique?

Accepted Answer

A curving of the spine inward, starting from the pelvis

Answer

A shortened muscle fiber

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A jump landing

Answer

A partnering lift