Tagudin National High School

Tagudin, Ilocos Sur

ENTRANCE EXAM
Grade 7 Special Program in the Arts – DANCE
Name: SCORE:
Grade:
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE: Write the letter of the correct answer.
1. It is a rhythmic and expressive movement of the body in successive movement usually accompanied by music.
A. ballet C. dance
B. folkdance D. retro
2. Which of the following is NOT a feature of dance?
A. theme C. movement
B. music D. star dancer
3. The following are the reasons why people dancing EXCEPT;
A. It is an expression of joy
B. It plays a role in courtship
C. It serves as a refreshment
D. It serves as a form of acquaintance for a man or woman
4. Which of the following is TRUE in applying techniques in dance as a dancer?
A. perform with proper posture
B. apply the techniques learned from YouTube
C. execute the proper procedure of the dance with proper posture and balance
D. one needs to have complete control over the muscles of his body for him to be said technically proficient
5. These are dances which are intended for viewing audience.
A. spectacular or theatrical dance C. folkdance
B. social dance D. Ethnologic dance
6. Which of the following comprises with the elements of dance?
I. time, space, energy, and poise
II. poise, weight, body, and movements
III. space, poise, and time
IV. time, space, weight, body
A. I and III C. II and IV
B. III only D. IV only
7. Space is one of the elements of dance, which of the following is NOT applicable on it?
A. place C. level
B. size D. body
8. Which of the following movement concepts applied as locomotor?
I. run, leap, hop, sway, and turn
II. slide, crawl, jump, wiggle, swing
III. gallop, run, walk, mincing, and crawl
IV. turn, roll creep, run, and walk
A. I and II only C. I and III only
B. I, II, and III D. III and IV only
9. Which of the following Filipino folkdances classified as courtship dance?
A. Itik-itik C. magtanim ay di biro
B. Singkil D. maglalatik
10. Why is it Pandanggo Sa Ilaw the most difficult dance for the females?
A. because they need to dance with blindfold
B. because the female dancers wear a heavy costume
C. because the female dancers need to carry two big lamps with candle on top of their head
D. because female dancers have to balance three oil lamps, one on her head two on each palm.
11. Which of the following is TRUE about dance?
A. it is a form of recreation and means of socialization
B. it is a portray of the different life activities of the people
C. it is a form of worship and thanksgiving to the gods
D. all of the above
12. Maria is always attending Zumba exercise to decrease weight, she used dance as what function?
A. communication C. social affirmation
B. entertainment D. Therapy
13. Which is TRUE about ritual dance?
 A. used for birthday celebration
B. used for Christmas celebration
C. used for valentine’s celebration
D. used for worship celebration
14. Which among the following fundamental positions of the arms describe as both hands raised overhead?
A. 2nd position C. 4th position
B. 3 position
rd
D. 5th position
15. What fundamental arms positions where one arm raised sideward, the other arm over-head?
A. 1st position C. 3rd position
B. 2 position
nd
D. 4th position
16. What is the fundamental feet position where heels, ties apart with an angle of 45 degrees?
A. 1st position C. 4th position
B. 2nd position D. 5th position
17. Which among the following fundamental feet positions describe the movement where one foot in front of the other about a
pace distance?
A. 2nd position C. 4th position
B. 3 position
rd
D. 5th position
18. What fundamental position of the arms where both arms raised sideward with a graceful curve?
A. 1st position C. 3rd position
B. 2 position
nd
D. 5th position
19. Iisang Bangka is a combination of theater and dance performance wherein performers portray a story, message, or idea
through movement, what function of dance is being manifested?
A. entertainment C. cultural identity
B. communication D. emotional expression
20. Liza cannot execute well the dance step called mazurka, what remedy is she going to do?
A. perform with proper posture
B. integrate the basic steps in folkdance
C. watch a Tiktok video wherein the dance step being executed
D. execute the steps by learning the step pattern so that it will improve her performance
21. It is a dance style shared between one male who acts as the “lead” and one female who acts as the “follow”.
A. Ballet C. Contemporary Dance
B. Folkdance D. Ballroom Dance
22. A traditional dance of a particular culture in a country in which a country’s way of life are reflected and dramatized.
A. Folkdance C. Modern Dance
B. Contemporary Dance D. Ballet
23. This dance influenced many other styles of dance and is often referred to as the backbone of dance.
A. Ballet C. Folkdance
B. Contemporary Dance D. Modern Dance
24. An influential performance dance that originated as a reaction against the classical ballet and its movement style.
A. Modern Dance C. Contemporary Dance
B. Folkdance D. Ballet
25. A highly complicated type of modern dance performance which is an alternative to classical dance styles.
A. Ballet C. Contemporary Dance
B. Folkdance D. Modern Dance
26. This dance form usually handed down from generation to generation and following a fixed basic pattern.
A. Social dance C. Popular dance
B. Folk dance D. Modern Dance
27. Focuses on sensual hip movements of dance partners.
A. Samba C. Rhumba
B. Jive D. Chachacha
28. One of the liveliest dance of all Latin Dances.
A. Samba C. Rhumba
B. Jive D. Chachacha
29. Regarded as the national dance of Brazil.
A. Samba C. Rhumba
B. Jive D. Chachacha
30. Fascinating sensual and energetic style of dance.
A. Foxtrot C. Quickstep
B. Waltz D. Tango
31. A person who is responsible for the whole show or production.
A. artistic Director C. performer
 B. stage manager D. production manager
32. It serves as a space for actors or performers as the focal point for the members of the audience.
A. space C. level
B. stage D. directions
33. The ability to use the sequence of steps and movements in dance or figure skating, especially in a ballet or other staged
dance.
A. choreography C. staging
B. choreographer D. element of dance
34. A person who is in charge of an activity, department, or organization.
A. choreographer C. director
B. performer D. stage manager
35. It is form of activity that hold the attention and interest of an audience or gives pleasure and delight through dancing.
A. social affirmation C. social affirmation
B. self-expression D. entertainment
36. Referring to dancing, what is the person who creates structures in which movement occurs called?
A. Lyricist C. Conductor
B. Ballet master D. Choreographer
37. Dance day celebrates the legacy and contributions of Jean-Georges Noverre in which dance form?
A. Ballet C. Flamenco
B. Hip-hop D. Contemporary dance
38. Which of the following is NOT a way of people celebrate Dance Day?
A. Flash mobs C. dance film screenings
B. dance competitions D. poetry readings
39. The term “ballet” originates form the Italian word “ballare” which means?
A. to move C. to dance
B. to bend D. to stretch
40. Which is TRUE about the function of Dance?
A. it is used as a form of entertainment.
B. it is a means of communication.
C. it is used to portray the different life activities of the people.
D. all of the above
41. Dance has traditionally viewed as a form of entertainment. Certainly, dancers have received awards, honors, and praises,
and dance is credited as a means of:
A. artistic impression C. self-expression
B. emotional expression D. artistic expression
42. Dance is used as an expressive tool that helps a person deal with feelings and moves the energy out of the body.
A. Dance as Emotional Tool C. Dance as Communication Tool
B. Dance as an Artistic Expression D. Dance as an Emotional Expression
43. Cariñosa is flirtation dance which means affectionate, lovable and amiable. What does this dance characterize?
A. War C. Courtship
B. Occupational D. Ceremonial
44. It is like a G-string or also known as bahag by the Tagalog worn by the male Ayta Magbukon.
A. Balat C. Lubay
B. Pahulong D. Banuot
45. It is an expression on the dancers’ relationship to the floor, including methods of contractions, release, and movement.
A. Modern Dance C. Social dance
B. Contemporary dance D. Ballet

46. The following dance steps are locomotor movements that can be use in travelling for choreography, EXCEPT
A. Rolling C. Sliding
B. Knee Walks D. Plié
47. It is a fast walk using a greater extension of feet and legs, and the emphasis here is upward and forward.
A. Rolling C. Jumping
B. Walking D. Running
48. Which of the following involves rising from the floor such as jump or in relevé on a half-toe or en pointe?
A. Elevation C. Turning
B. Travelling D. Gesture
49. Maria always dizzy every time she does turnings. Which of the following technique should Maria do to avoid dizziness?
A. close her eyes C. Turn Quickly
B. spotting D. Twisting
50. Example of stillness is holding arabesque or attitude. Which of the following is TRUE about STILLNESS?
I. It requires strong control.
II. It gives the onlooker a chance to reflect on what has just been seen.
III. Act to highlight what is about to happen.
IV. Often as the ending for a dance.

A. I, II, IV C. I, II, III

Answer key:

12. C
1. C 13. D
2. D 14. D
3. C 15. C
4. D 16. A
5. A 17. C
6. D 18. B
7. D 19. B
8. D 20. D
9. B 21. D
10. D 22. A
11. D 23. A
24. A 37. A
25. C 38. D
39. C
26. B 40. D
27. C 41. D
28. B 42. D
29. A 43. C
30. D 44. C
31. A 45. A
32. B 46. D
33. A 47. D
34. D 48. A
35. D 49. B
36. D 50. C