Kabuki

Alicia Boyd
February 13, 2003
Dance 100


Intro to Dance Take Home Midterm ~

Short Answer:

1. The word Bharata Natyam consists of the first syllables of what 4 words?

1. Bhava – Expression
2. Raga – Melody
3. Tala- Rhythm
4. Natyam – Dance

2. Name 5 reasons people dance:
1. Dance can be a type of therapy for some
2. Some dance as a form of worship to appease or please a certain god.
3. Dance can be a form of self expression, a way for a person to communicate their feelings, or emotions to others.
4. Some dance to entertain others, such as high government officials, kings, etc.
5. Dance may also be a part of a persons heritage or family tradition, passed from generation to generation.

3. What must girls “be” and “do” before performing the snake dance?
1. The girls must be virgins.
2. The girls must fast...