Dance History Quiz
5 Questions
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How much do you know about the history of hip-hop? Take this quiz to find out!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Breakdancing originated from:
- A.
New York
- B.
Los Angeles
- C.
San Francisco
Correct Answer
A. New YorkExplanation
Breakdancing (or b-boying) originated in the 1970s in the Bronx, New York.Rate this question:
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- 2.
This person was important in the history of hip-hop dancing.
- A.
DJ Beats 'The Rock'
- B.
Kool DJ Herc
- C.
Billie 'The King'
Correct Answer
B. Kool DJ HercExplanation
Kool DJ Herc, also known as Clive Campbell, was the first DJ to lengthen the rhythm section of songs (known as the breaks), hence 'inventing' breakdancing.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Locking and Popping originated from:
- A.
New York
- B.
California
- C.
Chicago
Correct Answer
B. CaliforniaExplanation
These styles, known as Funk Styles, originated in California, before being incorporated into hip-hop.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The Rock Steady Crew was a breakdancing dance crew.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The RSC were the pioneers of breakdancing (or b-boying).Rate this question:
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- 5.
The Electric Boogaloos pioneered Popping.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
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Jul 05, 2011Quiz Created by
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