Glendale Community College » Dance » Dance 102 - Middle Eastern Dance History » Fall 2019

Question #1

Generally, dances that express the idea of community are often more respected in the Middle East than dances that emphasize individuality.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #2

According to the Quran, all types of dance are completely forbidden.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #3

What movements are part of Shikhat dancing? (check all that apply)

A. Hair Tosses

B. Everyday gestures such as of combing the hair

C. rhythmic footwork

D. Pelvis Lifts and drops

E. All of the above

Question #4

The Shikhat are often perceived to be of low social status. Why?

A. They are outsiders from a different tribe

B. They bring private matters (Sexual) into public space

C. They wear costuming that reveals most of their skin

D. None of the above

Question #5

How many Shikhat typically perform together?

A. seven to eight

B. only one

C. more than 10

D. four to six

Question #6

The shikhat dance is completely different from the normal social dance that everyone does in urban areas of their country.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #7

In the Raqs Khaleeji, it has always been traditional for a man and a woman to dance in a pair.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #8

What movements are part of Khaleeji dancing?

A. head slides

B. manipulation of the garment they wear

C. hair tosses

D. none of the above

E. All of the above