Glendale Community College » Dance » Dance 102 - Middle Eastern Dance History » Fall 2020

Question #1

Which of the following are part of the costuming of the Ghawazee dancers in Luxor?,,

A. Thin panels of fabric (ribbons) on top of the skirt

B. Low heeled Shoes

C. A large headpiece called “Taj”

D. A belt made of coins

Question #2

Which of the following describes the dances of the Ghawazee?,,

A. Playing finger cymbals (sagat)

B. manipulating their garments while dancing

C. Large jumps

D. rapid side to side vibrations of the hip

Question #3

The Roma people…,,

A. Are popularly known by the name “Gypsies”

B. Originally came from Egypt

C. Originally came from Turkey

D. Originally came from Northern India

Question #4

Early in President Anwar Sadat’s administration, dancers’ pay increased 10 times. What effect did this have on the dance at that time?

A. Fewer nightclubs could handle the higher cost; many dancers lost their jobs

B. Shows became more glamorous, with larger orchestras and more costume changes

C. Fewer people hired dancers so the overall pay increase meant nothing

D. All of the above