How Well Do You Know Contemporary Dance? (1) Test your knowledge on the expressive and dynamic world of contemporary dance with this quiz! michelle published on December 16, 20231 response 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/10 Who is considered the pioneer of contemporary dance? Mikhail Baryshnikov Martha Graham Fred Astaire Bob Fosse 2/10 Which of the following is a characteristic of contemporary dance? Strict adherence to traditional ballet techniques Exploration of organic and fluid movements Focus on rigid and structured choreography Emphasis on theatricality and storytelling 3/10 What is improvisation in contemporary dance? A highly structured pre-determined dance sequence Spontaneous movement created in the moment A solo dance performance A partner dance form 4/10 Which of the following is NOT a famous contemporary dance company? Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Nederlands Dans Theater Bolshoi Ballet Pina Bausch Tanztheater Wuppertal 5/10 What is the purpose of floor work in contemporary dance? To showcase strength and flexibility To explore new movement possibilities close to the ground To mimic traditional ballet techniques To create intricate partner lifts 6/10 Which of the following is a famous contemporary dance technique? Graham technique Tango Salsa Tap dance 7/10 What is the significance of weight-sharing in contemporary dance? To create precise and synchronized movements To develop trust and connection between dancers To highlight individual virtuosity To portray characters and narratives 8/10 Which of the following is a famous contemporary dance choreographer? Jerome Robbins Crystal Pite George Balanchine August Bournonville 9/10 What is the role of breath in contemporary dance? To initiate and support movement To provide vocal accompaniment To maintain perfect posture To synchronize movements with music 10/10 What is the main objective of contemporary dance? To preserve traditional dance styles To explore and push the boundaries of movement expression To achieve technical perfection To entertain and captivate audiences through storytelling
