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.
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