Let's boogie with Jazz Dance!

Let's boogie with Jazz Dance!

Test your knowledge on this energetic and stylish dance form with this quiz on Jazz Dance!

published on March 22
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of jazz dance?

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?

Where did jazz dance originate?
France
United States
Italy
Spain
3/10

Which dancer is known as the 'Queen of Jazz'?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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