Let's boogie with Jazz Dance! Test your knowledge on this energetic and stylish dance form with this quiz on Jazz Dance! rihanna80 published on March 220 responses 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/10 Which of the following is not a characteristic of jazz dance? Sharp and isolated movements Soft and flowy movements Emphasis on improvisation Syncopated rhythms 2/10 Where did jazz dance originate? France United States Italy Spain 3/10 Which dancer is known as the 'Queen of Jazz'? Mikhail Baryshnikov Bob Fosse Martha Graham Liza Minnelli 4/10 What is a common element in jazz dance routines? Strict adherence to traditional steps Incorporation of ballet techniques Slow and graceful movements Lack of musicality 5/10 Which jazz musician often collaborated with choreographer Bob Fosse? Duke Ellington Jelly Roll Morton Frank Sinatra Louis Armstrong 6/10 What is the purpose of isolations in jazz dance? To increase flexibility To enhance technique To slow down movements To improve posture 7/10 Which of the following dance styles is not influenced by jazz dance? Salsa Tap Dance Contemporary Dance Broadway Dance 8/10 What is a common footwear choice for jazz dancers? Pointe shoes Character shoes Bare feet Ballet slippers 9/10 Which famous jazz dance routine was choreographed by Jerome Robbins? West Side Story A Chorus Line Chicago Cabaret 10/10 What role did jazz dance play in early Hollywood films? It was rarely featured It was used as a background dance style It added energy and entertainment to musical numbers It was only reserved for serious dramatic scenes
