# Dance Studies Grade 11 Eastern Cape November 2017 QP (Eng) > Grade 11 Dance Studies question paper from the Eastern Cape November 2017 (English), 10 pages. Read online or download the free PDF. - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/library/dance-studies-gr11-qp-nov2017-english/a0e9cc72-0a0c-4242-a8fa-cbb0352c2d3a - Updated: 2026-09-27 - Subject: Dance Studies - Grade: Grade 11 - Language: English - Document type: Question paper - Year: 2017 - Exam period: Eastern Cape November - Curriculum: CAPS - Pages: 10 Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Library](https://www.hlayiso.com/library) › [Grade 11](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-11) › [Dance Studies](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-11/dance-studies) › [Dance Studies Grade 11 Eastern Cape November 2017 QP (Eng)](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/dance-studies-gr11-qp-nov2017-english/a0e9cc72-0a0c-4242-a8fa-cbb0352c2d3a) ## About this document Dance Studies · Grade 11 · Eastern Cape November · 2017 · English. Question paper, 10 pages. Read online or download the PDF. Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 Downloaded from hlayiso.com NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 11 NOVEMBER 2017 DANCE STUDIES MARKS: 100 TIME: 3 hours This question paper consists of 10 pages. ### Page 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 2 DANCE STUDIES (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. This question paper consists of NINE questions. Answer only SEVEN questions. 2. This question paper consists of TWO sections: 3. SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICE AND HEALTHCARE – 40 MARKS 4. SECTION A: Consists of FOUR questions. Answer only THREE questions in this section. Note that you have a choice between QUESTION 3 and QUESTION 4 in this section. If you answer both questions, only the first question answered will be marked. 5. SECTION B: Consists of FIVE questions. Answer only FOUR questions in this section. Note that you have a choice between QUESTION 6 and QUESTION 7 in this section. If you answer both questions, only the first question answered will be marked. 6. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 7. Read each question carefully and take note of what is required. 8. You may do rough planning in the ANSWER BOOK. Draw a line through any work that should NOT be marked. 9. You will be assessed on your ability to:  Use only ONE language when answering  Organise and communicate information clearly  Use the specific format asked for in certain questions  Use correct dance terminology where appropriate 10. Write neatly and legibly. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) DANCE STUDIES 3 SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICES AND HEALTHCARE QUESTION 1: POSTURE/WARMING UP/COOLING DOWN 1.1 [Source: http://www.courses.VCU.edu/DANC291-003/unit//.ht] The picture above shows the correct dance posture, which is important to a dancer. Describe the benefits of having the correct dance posture during dance classes. (5) 1.2 Explain what happens to the body during warming-up exercises. (6) 1.3 Discuss what will happen to the body if you do not do cooling down activities after a dance class. (4) [15] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 4 DANCE STUDIES (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) QUESTION 2: FLEXIBILITY/STRENGTH/CRAMPS 2.1 Choose ONE of the following components of fitness below and answer the following questions:  Flexibility  Strength 2.1.1 Give the name of the component that you have chosen and describe the benefits of having this component. (5) 2.1.2 Answer only ONE of the two questions below. If you have chosen FLEXIBILITY, then answer the question on flexibility. Explain how to stretch safely to develop flexibility. OR If you have chosen STRENGTH, then answer the question on strength. Explain what type of exercises you do in the class that would develop strength in the following:  Legs  Arms  Torso (6) 2.2 Cramps during dance class are common for most dancers. What treatment would you recommend for cramps? (4) [15] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) DANCE STUDIES 5 YOU HAVE A CHOICE BETWEEN QUESTION 3 AND QUESTION 4. ANSWER ONLY ONE QUESTION QUESTION 3 (CHOICE QUESTION): MUSCLES/JOINTS/ANATOMICAL ACTIONS 3.1 Label the muscles below. Write only the answer next to the letter (A–E) in your ANSWER BOOK. [Source: https://www.studyblue.com/notes/n/muscle-labeling/deck] (5 x 1) (5) 3.2 What kind of joint separates the thigh from the lower leg? (1) 3.3 What kind of joint separates the torso from the thighs? (1) 3.4 What anatomical action happens when the leg is lifted behind the body? (1) 3.5 What anatomical action happens when the foot is pointed? (1) 3.6 What anatomical action happens when the head is turned? (1) [10] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 6 DANCE STUDIES (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) QUESTION 4: SPINE (CHOICE QUESTION) 4.1 Name the FIVE regions of the spine indicated in the diagram below. Write only the answer next to A–E in your ANSWER BOOK. (5) [Source: Reebok instructors Alliance Basic Science of Exercise] 4.2 Give any TWO anatomical actions of the spine. (2) 4.3 Explain any THREE functions of the spine. (3) [10] TOTAL SECTION A: 40 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) DANCE STUDIES 7 SECTION B: DANCE HISTORY AND LITERACY QUESTION 5: FEET/DANCE FORMS/PRINCIPLES 5.1 Describe how you would recognise African dance. You may include movements, steps, style, music, costumes, who would perform it and where it may be performed. (4) 5.2 Explain the difference between theatrical dance forms and cultural dance forms. (6) [10] YOU HAVE A CHOICE BETWEEN QUESTION 6 AND QUESTION 7. ANSWER ONLY ONE QUESTION. QUESTION 6: INTERNATIONAL/SOUTH AFRICAN CHOREOGRAPHER AND DANCE WORK Choose ONE of the prescribed International/South African choreographers and ONE of their dance works from the list below and answer the following questions. BELOW IS A PRESCRIBED LIST OF THE INTERNATIONAL/SOUTH AFRICAN CHOREOGRAPHERS AND THEIR DANCE WORKS. INTERNATIONAL CHOREOGRAPHERS DANCE WORKS George Balanchine Appollo/Jewels Alvin Ailey Revelations Martha Graham Lamentation/Errand into the Maze Christopher Bruce Ghost Dances Matthew Bourne Swan Lake/Cinderella Pina Bausch The Rite of Spring William Forsythe In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated Mats Ek Giselle/Swan Lake/Carmen Rudi van Dantzig Four Last Songs Jiri Killian Wings of Wax/Stamping Ground SOUTH AFRICAN DANCE WORKS CHOREOGRAPHERS Veronica Paeper Orpheus in the Underworld/Carmen Vincent Mantsoe Gula Matari Alfred Hinkel Last Dance (Bolero)/Rain in a Dead Man’s Footprints/ Cargo/I am Cinnamon Sylvia Glasser Tranceformations Gary Gordon Bessie’s Head Mavis Becker Flamenco de Africa Hazel Acosta Blood Wedding Caroline Holden Imagenes Gregory Maqoma Beauty Trilogy/Skeleton Dry/Four Seasons Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 8 DANCE STUDIES (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) 6.1 Give the name of the choreographer and the dance work. (No marks) 6.2 Describe the choreographer’s background and training. (4) 6.3 Elaborate on the synopsis/theme/intent/story used. (4) 6.4 Give a detailed explanation of the costume, lighting and set design used in the dance work. (4) 6.5 Explain the characteristics of the dance style used by this choreographer in his/her dance works. (4) 6.6 Discuss what has made this dance work innovative. (4) [20] OR QUESTION 7: INTERNATIONAL CHOREOGRAPHER AND DANCE WORK (CHOICE QUESTION): Write study notes about the choreographer Christopher Bruce and his dance work Ghost Dancers. 7.1 Describe in detail Christopher Bruce’s background and dance training. (4) 7.2 Explain the synopsis/intent of the dance work. (4) 7.3 Give an explanation of the costumes that the ‘Dead’ and the ‘Ghosts’ used. (4) 7.4 Give an explanation of the movement vocabulary that Bruce used in this work. (4) 7.5 Discuss the symbolism used in this dance work. (4) [20] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) DANCE STUDIES 9 QUESTION 8: MUSIC TERMS/GENRES 8.1 Choose the correct answer from COLUMN B that matches COLUMN A. Write only the correct letter (A–E) from COLUMN B opposite the corresponding numbers (8.1.1–8.1.5) in COLUMN A for example 8.1.6 F. COLUMN A COLUMN B 8.1.1 The speed at which music is A Pace played 8.1.2 A regular constant throb B Duration 8.1.3 The amount of time taken to C Polyrhythms perform 8.1.4 Two or more rhythms played D Tempo simultaneously 8.1.5 The rate at which the music E Beat proceeds (5 x 1) (5) 8.2 Explain TWO different music genres and how you would recognise their characteristics and instrumentation. (6) 8.3 Give ideas how music can influence your dancing. (4) [15] QUESTION 9: PERFORMANCE SPACES /CHOREOGRAPHIC ELEMENTS/MARKETING 9.1 Give a description of the following: 9.1.1 Upstage (1) 9.1.2 Downstage (1) 9.1.3 Centre stage (1) 9.1.4 Cyclorama (1) 9.1.5 Wings (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 10 DANCE STUDIES (EC/NOVEMBER 2017) 9.2 Explain the following: 9.2.1 Transitions (1) 9.2.2 Climax (1) 9.2.3 Levels (1) 9.2.4 Stimulus (1) 9.2.5 Beginnings and endings (1) 9.2.6 Motif (1) 9.3 Discuss how you would market a dance production. 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