Physical Education 12

Pre-Test

Instructions. Choose the letter of the best

answer. Write the letter of your choice on a
separate sheet of paper.
 Dance comes from the German word
________, which means “to stretch or “to
drag”.

a. damson
b. legamentus
c. theatron
d. exodus
2. Dance during the ______ period is based on
superstition and infused with magic.

a. 21st Century
b. Prehistoric
c. Ancient Egypt
d. Middle Ages and the Renaissance
3. Dance in this period increased as a court
amusement and later transformed into
professional entertainment.

a. 14th century
b. 15th century
c. late 16th to 17th century
d. 18th century
4. Dances during prehistoric time have not yet been
fully recorded. It was only during the ancient period
where ______ are believed to be the first people to
dance because of the discovery of dancing figures
in rock shelters and caves.
a. Romans
b. Cretans
c. Greeks
d. Egyptians
5. A period of “dance fever” wherein the
young and old alike were not limited to
express their emotions through dance.

a. 16th to 17th century

b. 18th century
c. 19th century
d. 20th century
TEST PROTOCOLS
 What is Dance?
Dance comes from the German word damson,
which means “to stretch or “to drag”. It developed
as a natural expression of united feeling and
action. Dance is considered the mirror of the
society because it responds to historical and
religious events as well as social and political
statements.
People still dance mainly for four reasons:

(a) to please gods;

(b) to please others;
(c) to please themselves; and
(d) to build community within an ethnic
group or social interaction.
DANCES FROM THE PAST
History and Development of
Dance from the Different
Periods
Dance During the Prehistoric Period
It had been a major form of religious ritual and
social expression within primitive culture.
It was used as a way of expression and reinforcing
tribal unity and strength.
It is based on superstition and infused with magic.
Shamans as lead dancers acted as physicians
and religious leaders and kept tribes healthy,
prosperous and safe.
Dance During the Ancient Civilization

Ancient Egypt
Ancient Crete
Ancient Greece
Ancient Rome
Ancient Egypt
3,300 BCE (First Dancing). It is believed that the first people
to dance were the Egyptians. Archaeologists discovered
paintings of dancing figures in rock shelters and caves.
As a way of expressing religious service and teaching
ancient myth, three (3) major dancers were evolved: a
(1) the king;
(2) the priests who performed magical dances;
(3) Virgin dancers who were trained to perform during
ceremonies led by the priests
Ancient Crete
The Cretan civilization (3000-1400 BC) was a
cultural link in the ancient world between
Egyptians and Greeks.

Cretans used dance to perfect their military

training which made excellent.
Ancient Greece
Dance was not just for religious and military
training but also a form of entertainment and
display.
Plato immensely gave importance to dance in
education as stated in the education on the
Laws. He highlighted the two kinds of dance and
music: the noble (fin and honorable) and the
ignoble (imitating what is mean or ugly).
Ancient Rome
Gave less importance to dancing which eventually
became an integral part of the corruption in the
latter days of the Roman Empire resulting in the
condemnation of dance by early Christians.
Dance was primarily performed for religious, social
and entertainment. However, theatrical
entertainment was prohibited but still existed and
was performed within church during religious
ceremonies.
Dance During the Middle Ages and The
Renaissance
1400 (Ballet Comes into Play). Ballet started in this year in Italy, but
didn’t really become popular until around the year 1500. Ballet
gained its popularity when a lady of the arts, Catherine de Medici,
married King Henry 11 and threw festivals where they would
perform ballet dances. Ballet is believed to be the main core of
every single dance style.
A vast dance movement occurred throughout the courts of
Europe in the 15th and 16th centuries. During these times, new
court dances performed by the nobility came about as well as the
rise of the art of ballet in Italy and France.
Several other dance forms continued to sprout and spread across
several countries.
Dancing toward the 21st
Century
Modern History
 Video Presentation
The Evolution of Dance - 1950 to 2022 - By Ricardo Walker's Crew (Part 2)
Downloaded from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpHnioELnGM by: Ricardo Walker on September 3, 2023
Dance During the Late 16th and 17th
Centuries (1501-1700)
1600 (Masque Dancing). Masque dancing started with
elaborate pageants and shows in the 16th century. Masque
dancing involved intricate costuming and stage designing
that also incorporated singing and acting as well as dancing.
It was often used as a court entertainment.
A period in the history of dance in Italy, France, and England
that was considered to be pleasantly deep and rich. France
became the forerunner in dance during this period.
Dance increased as a court amusement and later
transformed into professional entertainment.
Dance During the 18th Century
1795 (Classical Persian Dancing). This style of dance evolved
from courtroom dancing. An era influencing Persian dance
was the Qajar Dynasty which lasted from 1795 to 1925.
Dancers would perform artistic and lively dances for the
Shah. The music is usually played by a small band.
1800 (Tippity Tappity, Time for Tap). Tap dancing originated
from African tribe dancing. Tap dancing makes percussion
sounds because of dancers most commonly wearing leather
shoes with two pieces of metal and clip and clap against
hard floors. Tap is still very popular to this day.
Dance During the 19th Century (1801-1900)
1890 (Merengue Dancing). It is a Caribbean dance
style that involves partners holding each other in a
tango-like position and moving their hips side to side.
1900 (Jazz and Acro). It involves doing smooth and
flexible movements, and lots of back bending and
tricks. Both styles are widely popular to this day.
Ballroom dances also emerged during this period like
Cotillion, Polonaise, Quadrille, Waltz and Polka.
20th Century Dances (1901-2000)
Described as a period of “dance fever” wherein the young and old
alike were not limited to expressing emotions through dance.
1950 (Contemporary Dance). Contemporary dance is a style that
combines jazz, ballet, and modern dance. It can be many different
styles, but most of the time it is melancholy and or intense.
1970 (Hip Hop Dance). There are many styles of hip hop that include
breaking, popping, locking, and more. Street dance was performed
both in night clubs and on the streets. It is associated with funk,
breakdancing, and hip-hop.
Several social dance movements also evolved such as castle walk,
tango, foxtrot, Charleston, Lindy Hop, Rumba, Mambo, Cha-
ChaCha, Samba, Bossa Nova, Boogaloo and Twist.
Popular fad dances also emerged like YMCA and Macarena.
21st Century Dance (2001- Present)
2018 (Dance Nowadays). Today's dance style has
taken a turn towards more hip hop dances. Small
and popular dances that involve hip hop and
that most everyone can achieve include the
whip and nae nae, Gangnam Style (it’s a little
old), shooting, and more.
Multiple Choices. Choose the letter of the best answer.
Choices are inside the box.

a.Prehistoric Period c. Middle Ages & Renaissance

b. Ancient Civilization d. Modern Period

1. Dance was used as a way of expression and reinforcing
tribal unity and strength.
2.. Dance style has taken a turn towards more hip hop
dances.
3. Ballet gained its popularity in this period and it is
believed to be the main core of every single dance style.
4. Plato immensely gave importance to dance in education
as stated in the education on the Laws.
5. Theatrical entertainment was prohibited but still existed
and was performed within church during religious
ceremonies.