Expressive skills Flashcards
(30 cards)
What are expressive skills in AQA Dance?
Expressive skills are techniques that enhance the emotional and artistic quality of a dance performance.
True or False: Expressive skills include facial expressions and body language.
True
Fill in the blank: _______ is an expressive skill that involves the dancer’s ability to convey emotion through their movements.
Interpretation
What is the significance of eye contact in expressive skills?
Eye contact helps to engage the audience and convey emotions effectively.
Which of the following is NOT considered an expressive skill? A) Timing B) Facial expressions C) Dynamics
A) Timing
Short answer: Name two ways dancers can express emotions through their performance.
Facial expressions and body posture.
Multiple choice: Which expressive skill focuses on the quality of movement? A) Dynamics B) Rhythm C) Alignment
A) Dynamics
True or False: Expressive skills are only important in contemporary dance.
False
What role does storytelling play in expressive skills?
Storytelling enhances the narrative aspect of a dance and allows for deeper emotional connection.
Fill in the blank: _______ skills are essential for conveying character and emotion in dance.
Expressive
Short answer: How can a dancer use space as an expressive skill?
A dancer can use space by varying their movement patterns and levels to create visual interest and convey emotions.
Multiple choice: Which of the following best describes ‘facial expressions’ in dance? A) A technical skill B) An expressive skill C) A physical skill
B) An expressive skill
True or False: Expressive skills can be improved with practice.
True
What is the impact of music on a dancer’s expressive skills?
Music enhances the emotional impact of the dance and guides the dancer’s interpretation.
Fill in the blank: The use of _______ in dance can significantly enhance expressive skills.
improvisation
What are expressive skills in AQA Dance?
Expressive skills are techniques that enhance the emotional and artistic quality of a dance performance.
True or False: Expressive skills include facial expressions and body language.
True
Fill in the blank: _______ is an expressive skill that involves the dancer’s ability to convey emotion through their movements.
Interpretation
What is the significance of eye contact in expressive skills?
Eye contact helps to engage the audience and convey emotions effectively.
Which of the following is NOT considered an expressive skill? A) Timing B) Facial expressions C) Dynamics
A) Timing
Short answer: Name two ways dancers can express emotions through their performance.
Facial expressions and body posture.
Multiple choice: Which expressive skill focuses on the quality of movement? A) Dynamics B) Rhythm C) Alignment
A) Dynamics
True or False: Expressive skills are only important in contemporary dance.
False
What role does storytelling play in expressive skills?
Storytelling enhances the narrative aspect of a dance and allows for deeper emotional connection.
