Ballet Terms And Definitions: Quiz! Trivia

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    Principal female dancer.

    • Ballerina
    • Ballote'
    • Barre'
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Ballet traces its roots to the Italian renaissance in the 15th century and has become widespread and many people consider it a form of dance. Are you a ballet dancer? Take the test below to see how conversant you are with the terms and definitions of this magnificent form of art.

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  • 2. 

    A basic pose where the leg is extended to the back.

    • Adagio

    • Assemble

    • Arabesque

    Correct Answer
    A. Arabesque
    Explanation
    Arabesque is the correct answer because it is a ballet term that refers to a basic pose where the leg is extended to the back. In this pose, the dancer stands on one leg while the other leg is extended straight behind them. This creates a graceful and elongated line in the body. Adagio and assemble are not correct because they do not specifically describe a pose where the leg is extended to the back.

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  • 3. 

    Tendu

    • Stays on the floor feet stretched

    • Beat off the floor

    • Strike

    Correct Answer
    A. Stays on the floor feet stretched
    Explanation
    In ballet, a tendu (short for battement tendu) is a movement in which the dancer stretches their foot along the floor to a fully extended position, keeping the toes in contact with the ground. This exercise helps to develop strength and flexibility in the feet and legs.

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  • 4. 

    Leg up and bent.

    • Avant

    • Ballerina

    • Attitude

    Correct Answer
    A. Attitude
  • 5. 

    Chaines

    • Chain of turns and stay up

    • Beating

    • In the air

    Correct Answer
    A. Chain of turns and stay up
  • 6. 

    Changing of feet

    • Barre

    • Changement de pieds

    • Frape

    Correct Answer
    A. Changement de pieds
    Explanation
    The given correct answer, "changement de pieds," is a French ballet term that translates to "changing of feet" in English. This term refers to a movement where a dancer jumps and changes their feet in mid-air. It is a common step in ballet choreography and requires coordination and precision from the dancer.

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  • 7. 

    To assemble:

    • Balance'

    • Assemble

    • Ballone

    Correct Answer
    A. Assemble
    Explanation
    The given words "balance", "assemble", and "ballone" are arranged in alphabetical order. Among these words, "assemble" comes first when arranged alphabetically.

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  • 8. 

    Where you put the arms

    • Cambre

    • Porta bras

    • Chaines'

    Correct Answer
    A. Porta bras
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "porta bras." In ballet, "porta bras" refers to the positioning of the arms. It is the French term for "carriage of the arms," indicating how the arms should be held or moved during a dance routine. The term is commonly used to describe the proper placement and movement of the arms in ballet choreography.

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  • 9. 

    Combo consisting of brisk movement.

    • En arriere

    • Allegro

    • Attitude

    Correct Answer
    A. Allegro
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "allegro" because allegro is a musical term that indicates a fast and lively tempo. In the context of dance, allegro refers to a combination of steps or movements that are performed with quick and brisk movements. Therefore, "allegro" is the most suitable choice for a combo consisting of brisk movement.

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  • 10. 

    Series of exercise before class.

    • Porta bras

    • Chaines'

    • Barre

    Correct Answer
    A. Barre
    Explanation
    The given options "porta bras," "chaines'," and "barre" are all terms related to ballet. "Porta bras" refers to the movement of the arms, "chaines'" refers to a series of rapid turns, and "barre" refers to a series of exercises done before class while holding onto a horizontal bar for support. Out of these options, only "barre" is related to a series of exercises before class. Therefore, "barre" is the correct answer.

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  • 11. 

    Grande

    • Beat off the floor

    • Leg all the way up

    • Strike

    Correct Answer
    A. Leg all the way up
    Explanation
    The phrase "leg all the way up" suggests a movement or action where the leg is lifted completely, possibly in an upward direction. This phrase implies that the leg is being raised to its maximum height or position. The other options, "grande," "beat off the floor," and "strike," do not convey the same idea of lifting the leg fully. Therefore, "leg all the way up" is the most fitting answer.

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  • 12. 

    Walking steps.

    • Ballerina

    • Balance'

    • Barre

    Correct Answer
    A. Balance'
    Explanation
    The word "balance'" is the correct answer because it is the only option that makes sense in the given context. The other words, "ballerina," "barre," and "walking steps," do not directly relate to the concept of balance. Therefore, "balance'" is the most appropriate choice.

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  • 13. 

    Slow controlled movement in a combo:

    • Adagio

    • Allegro

    • Arabesque

    Correct Answer
    A. Adagio
    Explanation
    Adagio is the correct answer because it refers to slow controlled movement in a combo. Adagio is a term used in dance to indicate a slow tempo and graceful movements. It requires the dancers to focus on control, balance, and fluidity. The other options, allegro and arabesque, do not specifically refer to slow controlled movement. Allegro refers to a fast tempo, while arabesque is a specific ballet pose. Therefore, adagio is the most appropriate choice for slow controlled movement in a combo.

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  • 14. 

    Bending at waist

    • Chaines

    • En arriere

    • Cambre

    Correct Answer
    A. Cambre
    Explanation
    The term "cambre" refers to the action of bending at the waist. It is commonly used in dance, particularly in ballet, to describe the movement where a dancer bends backward from the waist, creating a graceful arch in the back. This movement requires flexibility and control in the core muscles, as well as proper alignment and technique. "Cambre" is a French term that translates to "arched" or "curved," which accurately describes the shape created by this movement.

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  • 15. 

    Which ballet term describes a movement where the working leg is extended straight outward from the body and then brought back in?

    • Battement

    • Plie

    • Pirouette 

    • Relevé

    Correct Answer
    A. Battement
    Explanation
     Battement is a ballet movement where the leg is extended outward from the body and then brought back in, often done with force or speed. It is a fundamental and common ballet movement used in various combinations and exercises.

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  • 16. 

    Frappe

    • Strike

    • Beat off the floor

    • Leg all the way up

    Correct Answer
    A. Strike
  • 17. 

    Go backward with ballet walks.

    • En arriere

    • Avant

    • Attitude

    Correct Answer
    A. En arriere
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "en arriere." In ballet, "en arriere" refers to moving backwards. It is a term used to indicate that the dancer should perform ballet walks in a backward direction. Ballet walks are a basic exercise where the dancer takes small steps in various directions to improve balance, coordination, and control. In this case, the instruction is to perform ballet walks specifically in a backward direction.

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  • 18. 

    Foward in ballet walks.

    • Ballone'

    • Battement frape'

    • Avant

    Correct Answer
    A. Avant
    Explanation
    The term "avant" in ballet refers to a movement where the dancer moves forward. It is commonly used in ballet walks, where the dancer moves forward in a graceful and controlled manner. "Ballone'" and "battement frape'" are also ballet movements, but they do not specifically indicate a forward movement. Therefore, the correct answer in this context is "avant."

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  • 19. 

    Dégagé

    • Leg off the floor

    • Strike

    • Leg all the way up

    Correct Answer
    A. Leg off the floor
  • 20. 

    Bras

    • Arm

    • Where you put the arms

    • Bending at waist

    Correct Answer
    A. Arm
  • 21. 

    In the air:

    • En l'air

    • Assemble

    • En arriere

    Correct Answer
    A. En l'air
  • 22. 

    Step out in coupe

    • Ballone

    • Ballone'

    • Barre

    Correct Answer
    A. Ballone'
  • 23. 

    Position of the arm.

    • En bas

    • Cambre

    • Bras

    Correct Answer
    A. En bas
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "en bas." This is because "en bas" translates to "down" or "at the bottom" in English. Therefore, the answer suggests that the position of the arm is located at the bottom or in a downward position.

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  • 24. 

    Light elastic quality of jumping.

    • Ballone'

    • Ballote'

    • Ballone

    Correct Answer
    A. Ballone

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