FINAL QP - Dance Studies - November 2007...SOURCE D: JAZZART DANCE THEATRE SOURCE E: BALLET THEATRE...

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DANCE STUDIES

NOVEMBER 2007

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE

GRADE 11

Dance Studies DoE/November 2007 NSC


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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Read through the whole paper before you start answering it. Read ALL the questions carefully. Note that you have a choice between QUESTION 2 and QUESTION 3. Note that choices have also been incorporated within some other questions. Leave THREE lines after each question. Start each section on a NEW page. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. Marks are NOT allocated per fact. In your answers, elaborate and explain as much as possible. In SECTION C learners may use either the Latin names or the English trans-lation of the muscles and bones. Breathe deeply, be creative and enjoy the paper.



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SECTION A: DANCE THEORY AND HISTORY QUESTION 1 Dance serves many different functions in society. Choose a function from COLUMN B that matches a description in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A – E) next to the question number (1.1 – 1.5) in the answer book.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5

Through dance, the performer learns about various aspects that are vital to the survival and continuity of both themselves and their particular society Dance may be used to pose a challenge to the power structures in an attempt to change them Dance can be used as a means of moving from one stage of life or spirituality to another Gumboot dances were performed in the mines to win a prize for the best team Speak through movement

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political commentary competition education communication transformation

[5] Answer either QUESTION 2 or QUESTION 3. QUESTION 2 Many of the South African dance works deal with human rights issues, prejudice, personal issues and belief systems. Choose ONE of the prescribed works listed below and answer the questions that follow: Orpheus in the Underworld Gula Matari Last Dance (Bolero) Tranceformations Bessie's Head Flamenco de Africa Blood Wedding Imagenes

2.1 2.2 2.3

Name the selected dance work and the choreographer. Give a brief summary of the accompaniment used. Describe the context of the dance work including the time period when it was choreographed, the place, the participants or company and the choreo-grapher’s background and influences.

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2.4 2.5 2.6

Explain the issues addressed in the dance and their relevance in South Africa. Analyse the choreographic style of the work. Give THREE points of comparison between your selected dance work and the work of an international choreographer you have studied. (Provide the name and selected dance work of the international choreographer.)

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QUESTION 3 Select ONE of the prescribed NON-SOUTH AFRICAN dance choreographers you have studied and answer the following questions:

3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6

What is the name of the choreographer and the dance work? What music or other accompaniment is used? Give information about the composer, instruments and style of music. What is the dance about? What background influences led to the development of the selected choreographer and his/her work (for example country of origin, time period, context, training, collaborations)? How does the style of this international choreographer compare with the style of any one of the South African choreographers you have studied? Give the name of the South African choreographer. As a South African dance student, why do you think it is important to learn about international dance history?

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QUESTION 4 Ways of living and thinking have changed tremendously over time. This continues to have an impact on the arts throughout the world, including the many interesting ways in which dance has evolved. Choose ONE of the dance forms you have studied and illustrate how this dance form has evolved and developed over time. Use the guidelines below to structure your answer:

4.1 4.2

History of the dance form, including countries of origin and time frame Contributions to the development of the dance form by the most influential pioneers over time

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4.3 4.4

Defining characteristics or principles of this dance form Changes in the technique, style, themes or performance contexts of this dance form over time

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QUESTION 5 You need to plan your choreography for Grade 12. To assist you with your planning, study the sources below:

SOURCE A

Choreographers and dance writers pose questions such as: • What makes a dancer a dancer? • Are traditionally or rigorously trained dancers needed to make a dance? • Why must an audience sit directly in front of a performance? • How essential is music, costumes, make up and sets to dance? These ideas challenge conventions and set the path for choreographers to explore new ways to express themselves.

SOURCE B The advent of more and more innovative forms of technology has had an affect on dance with choreographers experimenting with computer synthesised music, the use of video, film, slides, data projectors, photographs and many other innovations.

SOURCE C: ISISHAMENI



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SOURCE D: JAZZART DANCE THEATRE

SOURCE E: BALLET THEATRE AFRIKAN

Based on the sources above and on your understanding and experience gained in dance composition over the past two years, answer the questions below. Write detailed answers, as if you are planning in your DANCE JOURNAL.

5.1 5.2 5.3

With reference to the sources above, what ideas may inspire or influence your thinking in the planning of your choreography? What type of people will you use in your dance work? Why? What use of performance space, props, costumes and sets will you take into consideration when planning your work?



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5.4 5.5

What sort of music or accompaniment inspires you when choreographing? Explain your answer. How will you incorporate technology into your work? Elaborate on your answer. [15]

QUESTION 6 You are working in a group preparing a dance for the annual end-of-the-year 'Awards Evening'. During rehearsals there is a lot of tension and conflict within the group on a personal level. As group leader you need to pull the team together to ensure that the dance is a success. Explain in detail the steps you will take to address this problem.

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TOTAL SECTION A: 70



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SECTION B: MUSIC QUESTION 7 You are taking part in a music quiz to earn points for your team. How will you answer the following questions:

7.1 7.2

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7.4 7.5

Under what instrument categories does the piano fall? What is the note value which is quicker than a crotchet?

Is 43 a simple or compound time signature?

What kinds of instruments are idiophones? What does pitch mean?

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QUESTION 8 Complete the following notation activities: 8.1 8.2 8.3

The number of crotchets that are equal to a semibreve (draw the correct number of notes in your answer) The number of quavers that are equal to a semibreve (draw the correct number of notes in your answer) Copy the music notes below in your answer book and fill in the missing bar lines:

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QUESTION 9 List the instruments given below under the category (CATEGORY A or B) in which you are most likely to hear them being played: kora; violin; Jembe drum; clarinet; piccolo; krak; cello; marimba CATEGORY A: TRADITIONAL AFRICAN MUSIC CATEGORY B: TRADITIONAL CLASSICAL MUSIC

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QUESTION 10 Select ONE of the prescribed dance works you have studied this year. Provide the name of the dance work, the choreographer and the following information about the musical accompaniment:

10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4

The name of the composer, group or musicians The genre/style of the music or accompaniment Types of instruments used Comment on how the music influenced or contributed to the dance

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TOTAL SECTION B: 20



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SECTION C: ANATOMY AND HEALTH CARE QUESTION 11 Find the missing words to complete the sentences below. The word search table below contains all the answers. Use it if it will help you. (Learners may use either the Latin names or the English translation of the muscles and bones.)

D E C R T T Y F U L N A E G B H A J K N L Z X V C V D B A X I A L O N S D C F G N H D E L T O I D S T E R N U M A J K L Z E R R W I R T Y U T A L U S R T O J I K L A S R W O E R T S I Y P U I U F U Q S W I T I S R O D T I B H J A K L B U C R S V B I L R T H J K A A

11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 11.5 11.6 11.7 11.8 11.9 11.10

The head, neck and spine form the ... skeleton. The other name for the shin bone is the ... . The lower leg has the shin bone and the ... . A bone in the lower arm that rotates is the ... . The other bone in the lower arm is the ... . The chest bone or ... has ribs attached. The Latin word for the collar bone is the ... . The powerful muscle giving the shoulder a rounded shape is the ... . The Achilles ... is found near the heel. The illacus and psoas major are the two portions that make up the ... muscle. [10]



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QUESTION 12 Draw the table below in your answer book. Complete the table giving information about the joint pictures according to the headings.

A B C

TYPE OF JOINT WHERE FOUND IN THE BODY

RANGE OF POSSIBLE MOVEMENT

A B C [9] QUESTION 13 Various possible options are provided as answers to the following questions. Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A – C) next to the question number (1.3.1 – 1.3.10) in the answer book.

13.1 13.2 13.3

This muscle is the deepest lying of the abdominals: A Internal obliques B Rectus abdominis C Transverse abdominis The muscle that acts as a main flexor of the elbow joint: A Biceps B Bronchi C Radius The longest muscle in the body crossing both the hip and knee joints: A Gluteus maximus B Sartorius C Rectus femoris

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13.4 13.5 13.6 13.7 13.8 13.9 13.10

The muscle that gives the calf its rounded shape: A Gastrocnemius B Brachialis C Triceps Constant tension in a muscle allowing for readiness of the muscle to work: A Muscle stress B Muscle tone C Muscle readiness Turnout is used to ... A initiate a turn. B lift the leg higher. C assist breathing. HIV stands for ... A holistic integrated vertebrae. B human immune deficiency virus. C human initiated violence. If your friend is fainting and often dizzy, from what could she be suffering? A Anorexia nervosa B Broken heart C Osteoporosis A function of the spine is to ... A clear the body of toxins. B provide a protective shell for the spinal column. C assist with relaxation. The muscles in the pectoral girdle join the ... A arms to the axial skeleton. B arms to the appendicular skeleton. C legs to the appendicular skeleton.

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QUESTION 14 Although smoking is obviously unhealthy for dancers, many seem to be addicted to this bad habit. Discuss the influences and beliefs that cause dancers to begin smoking and what dangers are associated with smoking.

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QUESTION 15 Most dancers work to improve on their technique and performance levels. Explain how one develops strength and its importance in dance.

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QUESTION 16 Write a paragraph explaining why knees are vulnerable and the importance of alignment.

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QUESTION 17 Flexibility is broadly defined as range of movement (ROM) about a joint. It can be more accurately defined as freedom of movement (mobility) and an absence of restriction to movement (stiffness).

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To achieve flexibility, dancers need to stretch regularly. Explain the factors that influence flexibility. What do the terms active and passive stretching refer to? Describe ONE active and ONE passive stretching exercise to illustrate your explanation. Design a poster for your classroom that highlights at least FIVE tips for stretching safely.

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TOTAL SECTION C: 60

GRAND TOTAL: 150

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