Dance studies Paper 1 (English)

May-June 2018 — Grade 12 / Matric — Dance studies

Past Paper 2018 Grade 12 English

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1.1Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches component in COLUMN Write only the letter (A C\ next to the question numbers (1.1.1 to 1.1.3\ in the ANSWER BOOK. COLUMN A

1.1.3Strength Flexibility Neuromuscular kills our body will move freely and without restrictions ssential for coordination, control

1.5What is the difference between ardiorespiratory endurance and uscular endurance Explain THREE benefits of endurance in the dance class. How could a dancer develop core stability? How can core stability impro

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2.3List THREE recognisable symptoms of stress/tension. Give advice to your fellow classmates on how to prepare for the final practical dance exam ination throughout the year Recommend THREE relaxation techniques to help

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3.1List any THREE muscles in the anterior section of the trunk. (3\ Source: www.pinter st.com

3.2.5Give TWO anatomical actions of the eltoid muscles. Name the muscle group responsible for the anatomical action of the dancer s knee joints. Name TWO muscles responsible for the anatomical action of the

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4.4Choose any T WO letters from the word and describe the meaning of each letter Explain THREE types of exercises a dancer can do after an injury to maintain mobility of the muscles and joints. State THREE safe dance practices a

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5.1Explain the choreographic structures below:

5.1.5Motif Sequencing Canon Stillne Climax (1\ (1\ (1\ (1\

5.2n example of contact work by shifting weight or lifting a partner is shown in the photograph below . Evaluate the important factors to consider when working with a partner. [Source: www.google.co.za/se

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6.2Analyse the benefits of mixing different dance forms/genres/styles when choreographing dance works. Discuss and elaborate on your und erstanding of multi disciplinary dance works. (6\

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7.2Describe Martha Graham s background, training and career. Explain how Martha Graham Lamentation was innovative for that time. Refer to the following: (9\

7.2.2The mo vement vocabulary and symbolism The prod uction elements (8\ (4\

7.4Evaluate how the music enhanced the theme of Lamentation Martha Graham is often referred to as the m other of contemporary dance Do you think Martha Graham s choreography and dance technique made an impact o

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8.2Describe Vincent Mantsoe s background, training and career. Gula Matar deals with a very specific theme. Explain how this theme was portrayed in the following (9\

8.2.2The mo vement vocabulary and symbolism The production elements (8\ (4\

8.3Evaluate how the music enhanced the dance work. (5\

8.4incent Mantsoe drew on his own heritage and used this as an inspiration for his own choreography. Do you think Mantsoe's use of his own heritage has had an influence on South African dancers and choreographers? Substantiate your answer.

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9.3Give the name of the chor eographer and the title of the dance work that you have chosen Describe the choreographer s background, training and career.

9.3The mo vement vocabulary and symbolism The production elements (8\ (4\

9.5Evaluate how the music/accompaniment enhanced the dance work. Do you think this choreographer has made an impact on the dance world? Substantiate your answer. (5\ (4\ [30] 1030

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10.3Give the name of the choreographer and the title of the dance work that you have chosen Describe the synopsis/intent/theme/idea of the dance work. Evaluate how the choreographer used symbolism within his/her dance work.

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Sections15 + 10 + 10 + 15 + 10 + 10 + 30 + 30 + 30 + 10 = 170 marks

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Websitewww.google.co.za · www.thebusinessofmusicanddance.com

Paper information

SubjectDance studies

Year2018

SessionMay-June

TypePast Paper

PaperPaper 1

LanguageEnglish

Pages10

Downloads5

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Decade2010s

Years ago8y

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