Test Your Knowledge: Irish Step Dance

Test Your Knowledge: Irish Step Dance

See how much you know about the traditional dance form of Ireland with this fun quiz! Put your skills to the test.

published on March 21
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Which of the following is not a type of Irish step dance?

Which of the following is not a type of Irish step dance?
Riverdance
Treble Jig
Flamenco
Hornpipe
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In Irish step dance, what is the term for the shoes worn by dancers?

In Irish step dance, what is the term for the shoes worn by dancers?
Cleats
Ghillies
Tap Shoes
Pointe Shoes
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Which dance style is closely related to Irish step dance?

Which dance style is closely related to Irish step dance?
Line Dance
Hip Hop
Ceili Dance
Ballet
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What is the traditional instrument used in Irish step dance music?

What is the traditional instrument used in Irish step dance music?
Guitar
Accordion
Piano
Drum
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Which dance group popularized Irish step dance on a global scale?

Which dance group popularized Irish step dance on a global scale?
Riverdance
Celtic Woman
Lord of the Dance
The Chieftains
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What element is important in Irish step dance performance?

What element is important in Irish step dance performance?
Facial Expressions
Arm Movements
Posture
Spins
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What is the term for the group dance that often includes figures and formations?

What is the term for the group dance that often includes figures and formations?
Reel
Jig
Treble
Ceili
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Which of the following is a famous Irish step dance competition?

Which of the following is a famous Irish step dance competition?
Strictly Come Dancing
Dancing with the Stars
Feis
World of Dance
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What is the term for the synchronized movement of a group of dancers in Irish step dance?

What is the term for the synchronized movement of a group of dancers in Irish step dance?
Circle Dance
Mirror Dance
Line Dance
Figure Dance
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In what direction do Irish step dancers typically travel on stage?

Clockwise
Counterclockwise
Backwards
Forwards