Dance (Grades K–12) Subtest 1

For example:

• demonstrating familiarity with terminology and concepts associated with genres and styles of concert, theatrical, and commercial dance (e.g., ballet, modern, contemporary, jazz, tap, musical theatre, hip-hop, Indian classical dance, butoh, Irish Step dance)
• recognizing major characteristics and stylistic traditions of various genres and styles of concert, theatrical, and commercial dance
• demonstrating understanding of movement patterns and techniques characteristic of various genres and styles of concert, theatrical, and commercial dance

For example:

• demonstrating familiarity with terminology and concepts associated with genres and styles of traditional, social, and popular dance (e.g., folk dance, Native American ritual and social dances, ritual and community dance forms, West African dance, Southeast Asian court dance, ballroom dances, swing dances)
• recognizing major characteristics and stylistic traditions of various genres and styles of traditional, social, and popular dance
• demonstrating understanding of movement patterns and techniques characteristic of various genres and styles of traditional, social, and popular dance