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Quiz about Dance Around The World
Quiz about Dance Around The World

Dance Around The World Trivia Quiz


Many countries around the world are either formally or informally associated with national dances. See if you can match the national dance to its country.

A matching quiz by ponycargirl. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
ponycargirl
Time
3 mins
Type
Match Quiz
Quiz #
387,006
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
9 / 10
Plays
572
Awards
Top 10% Quiz
Last 3 plays: wjames (10/10), gogetem (10/10), londoneye98 (10/10).
(a) Drag-and-drop from the right to the left, or (b) click on a right side answer box and then on a left side box to move it.
QuestionsChoices
1. Tango  
  Argentina
2. The Lion's Dance  
  Ireland
3. Polka  
  Spain
4. Can-Can  
  Iran
5. Persian Dance  
  Italy
6. Tarantella  
  France
7. Treble Reel  
  China
8. Flamenco  
  Czech Republic
9. Tinikling  
  Philippines
10. Ardah  
  Saudi Arabia





Select each answer

1. Tango
2. The Lion's Dance
3. Polka
4. Can-Can
5. Persian Dance
6. Tarantella
7. Treble Reel
8. Flamenco
9. Tinikling
10. Ardah

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Tango

Answer: Argentina

There are many forms of this partner dance that originated on the border between Argentina and Uruguay in the 1880s. It is theorized that the dance originated from musical gatherings of slaves along the River Plate. The modern dance, which is called the "authentic tango", is believed to be closest to the original tango that exists today.
2. The Lion's Dance

Answer: China

The Lion's Dance, where the dancer is dressed in a lion costume, is choreographed to mimic the movements of a lion. In China this dance is also called the Dragon Dance, and is popular during the Chinese New Year. Because there are no lions in China, it is believed that the dance was introduced from Persia or India.
3. Polka

Answer: Czech Republic

The polka originated in the mid-19th century in Bohemia. The origin of the dance is attributed to Anna Slezáková, who, in 1834, danced to the folk song, "Uncle Nimra Bought a White Horse". Within a year, the dance had been introduced to the ballrooms of Prague. It was so well received that it was called "polkamania".
4. Can-Can

Answer: France

The can-can was danced in the 1840s by both sexes; however, today it is most often associated with a chorus line of females who perform high kicks, cartwheels, and splits. Considered to be quite scandalous because the women wore pantalettes that could be very revealing, the dance was extremely popular due to its suggestive nature.
5. Persian Dance

Answer: Iran

"Persian dance" refers to many styles of dancing that are found among the different cultural groups in Iran. The earliest Persian dance is believed to have been associated with the ancient god Mithra and involved a bull sacrifice. There are four categories of this dance: chain or line, solo improvisational, war or combat, and ritual or spiritual.
6. Tarantella

Answer: Italy

Originating in Italy, the tarantella is a lively folk dance with an upbeat tempo that is typically accompanied by tambourines. The name of the dance refers to the hysteria that was believed to have been caused by a poisonous wolf spider. Although the dance can be an elegant couples dance, the solo dance of those bitten was more agitated and could even last for days.
7. Treble Reel

Answer: Ireland

Done in hard shoes in 4/4 timing as a group dance, the treble reel is popular in show dancing in Ireland. When organizing competitions, schools can determine whether or not to include the treble reel, which is usually in the Special Trophy competition.
8. Flamenco

Answer: Spain

Originating as far back as 1774 in Andalusia, which is located in southern Spain, the flamenco has come to be associated mostly with the Romani people. Many people believe that the origin of the term "flamenco" comes from the word fire, and describes the fiery dancing and performing associated with the genre. There are over 50 different "palos", or flamenco styles.
9. Tinikling

Answer: Philippines

A folk dance in the Philippines, tinikling is performed by two people who beat a rhythm on the ground with bamboo sticks, and one or more dancers who step over and between the poles. Originating during the time of Spanish colonization in the Philippines, the dancing can be accompanied by a type of Spanish music known as rondalla, which means "serenade".

The dance was inspired by the buff-banded rail, a bird known in the Philippines as a "tikling".
10. Ardah

Answer: Saudi Arabia

A folk dance from Saudi Arabia, the ardah is performed by two rows of men who face each other; sometimes the men may hold a cane or sword. It is believed to have originated from the different Arabian tribes who wanted to show off their strength. Typically the dance is accompanied by drums or the reciting of poetry.
Source: Author ponycargirl

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