Question 2 of 21

This early form of ballroom dominated the dance scene form the 17th century to the 19th century.

... First introduced in Paris in 1650, minuet means "small steps."

Question 3 of 21

Which 3/4 count ballroom dance style represented a transition from historical sequence dances to the modern ballroom style?

... The waltz was one of the first dances in which couples moved independently of one another, rather than in sequence.

Question 4 of 21

Which traditional dance style is believed to have inspired the modern tango?

... Historians believe that the tango originated with African slaves, who brought the dance with them to Europe and the Americas.

Question 5 of 21

This early American Broadway show helped popularize swing dance styles, ranging from the Charleston to the Foxtrot.

... Many believe that the Ziegfeld Follies were the first group to publicly perform the Charleston, which they did in 1923.

Question 6 of 21

This 1930s swing dance was introduced in Harlem by the famous Shorty George Snowden.

... Snowden created the Lindy Hop dance at the Savoy Ballroom as a tribute to aviator Charles Lindbergh.

Question 7 of 21

This ballroom style is inspired by the traditional Spanish bullfight.

... While it originated in France, the paso doble was heavily inspired by Spanish tradition and named after the Spanish term for "two-step."

Question 8 of 21

What's the easiest way to distinguish between American and International smooth dance techniques?

... International dances always use a closed hold, while American methods allow for some openness or separation.

Question 9 of 21

The Foxtrot, combined with regional variations like the Black Bottom or the Shimmy, gave rise to this dance style in 1923.

... The modern Quickstep features a count of 200 beats per minute, making it much faster than the early Foxtrot.

Question 10 of 21

This Latin dance style is a combination of the Mambo and the Rumba.

... The Cha-cha was heavily inspired by Cuban folk music and dance during the 1950s and previous decades.

Question 11 of 21

Ballroom dancing gets its name from what Latin term?

... The Latin "ballare," for "to dance," also gave us the modern words for ballet and ballad.

Question 12 of 21

Which of the following is NOT a common dance in International Latin Ballroom competitions?

... The tango actually falls under the International Standard category, and is not part of Latin-based competitions.

Question 13 of 21

Which husband and wife team became stars of the European dance scene at the start of the 20th century, before going on to conquer the Americas?

... The Castles are often credited with inventing the Foxtrot and popularizing ragtime dance worldwide.

Question 14 of 21

Which famous ballroom dancer performed a duet with a Dirt Devil vacuum cleaner long after his death?

... Astaire's will specifically stated that his image could not be used in film, but his wife approved the Dirt Devil deal anyway.

Question 15 of 21

Which of the following is not part of an American Smooth Ballroom competition?

... The Bolero is considered a Rhythm, rather than a Smooth form of dance.

Question 16 of 21

This Latin dance style is the official dance of the Dominican Republic.

... Merengue also represents a popular style of club dance in Latin America.

Question 17 of 21

This 1921 film helped to popularize the tango in Europe and the Americas.

... "The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" features characters who tango in style. Tango got another boost in 1992 with the release of "Scent of a Woman."

Question 18 of 21

This 1935 film was among the most well-known of the Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers films.

... In addition to "Top Hat," the pair danced together in 9 other movies.

Question 19 of 21

This BBC television series on ballroom dancing aired for more than 50 years.

... This long-time classic showed competitions, performances and instruction.

Question 20 of 21

Which 21st-century TV show helped to revitalize public interest in ballroom dancing?

... Viewers tune in to Dancing with the Stars to see their favorite celebrities pick up dance techniques from professional dancers and choreographers.

Question 21 of 21

This award-winning show by the Utah Ballroom Dance Company includes group dances set to classic ballroom tunes.

... The "Simply Ballroom" group tours worldwide, with numbers to iconic songs like "Singing in the Rain" and "Moon River."

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