1.

T h e y a r e f a m o u s d u e t o t h e o d d l y m i x e d c u l t u r e s o f t h e A m e r i c a s , w h i c h
include European and indigenous folk dances. They are famous due to the
oddly mixed cultures of the Americas, which include European and
indigenous folk dances.
a. Latin American
b. Spanish Dance
c. American Dances
d. Latin Dances
2. A flirtatious and upbeat fast ballroom dance of Latin American origin (particularly Cuba). A very
sensual Cuban approach; is seductive, provocative, and sometimes contagious, similar to the mambo, that
follows a rhythmic pattern based upon a quick three-step movement.
a. Rumba
b. Cha - Cha
c. Paso – doble
d. Jive
3. A theatrical Latin dance with Spanish and French origins, is a Spanish word that means “two steps”.
a. Rumba
b. Cha - Cha
c. Paso – doble
d. Jive
4. A type of swing with fast and free movements. This dance is very fast and sparkling. Thus, it allows
couples not only to demonstrate technical skills but also to show their physical fitness.
a. Rumba
b. Cha - Cha
c. Paso – doble
d. Jive
5. Considered to be one of the most beautiful Latin style dances, earning its nickname as “The Dance of
Love.”
a. Rumba
b. Cha - Cha
c. Paso – doble
d. Jive
6. Popularized in Western Europe and the United States in the early 1940s. An energetic and lively dance,
it may be danced with or without a partner. Characterized by simple forward and backward steps,
bouncing action and tilting, rolling hip, and rocking body movements, it is danced to music in 4/4 time
with a syncopated rhythm.
a. Rumba
b. Cha - Cha
c. Samba
d. Jive

7. These are the different types of Latin Dances except

a. Rumba
b. Jive
c. Paso – doble
d. Zumba

8. Latin dances reflect the rich cultural tradition of __________ countries.

a. Latin American
b. Spanish
c. American Dance
d. Spanish Dance