Multiple Choice Questions

Why are ballet terms in French?
  • Because French sounds better
  • Because ballet shoes are made in France
  • Because ballet was developed in the French royal court
  • Because France has the best ballet schools
What does “prima” mean in “prima ballerina”?
  • Best
  • First
  • Prime
  • Special
What is the most famous ballet associated with Christmas?
  • The Nutcracker
  • Giselle
  • Cinderella
  • Copelia
What are the hard points of pointe shoes are made from?
  • Wood
  • Layers of fabric and paper
  • Layers of acrylic
  • Layers of leather
Where did ballet originate?
  • Russia
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
Who composed Swan Lake?
  • Stravinsky
  • Tchaikovsky
  • Prokofiev
  • Debussy
Do male dancers wear pointe shoes?
  • Yes, always
  • No, never
  • Only in a few ballet companies
  • Only when dancing with a female ballerina
In ballet, what is a port de bras?
  • A foot movement
  • A jump
  • A leg position
  • An arm position
What did the first ballet dancers always wear as part of their costumes?
  • Masks
  • Pointe shoes
  • Tutus
  • Leotards
Ballet reached its peak during which French King’s reign?
  • Charles IX
  • Louis XIV
  • Francis II
  • Napoleon I
In the early ballet history, the most accomplished dancers were:
  • Female
  • Male
  • Female and male equally
  • Mostly female
Which ballet school became dominant in the 20th century?
  • Russian
  • French
  • Italian
  • Italian
How many types of ballet jumps are there?
  • 1
  • 3
  • 5
  • 7
Who composed the music for the ballet Romeo and Juliet?
  • Prokofiev
  • Ravel
  • Beethoven
  • Chopin
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