WONDER #2953: What Are the Types of Jewish Dance?

Question 1 of 3

What is the main idea of this Wonder?

1. The Yemenite step is a part of many Jewish dances.
2. The Jewish diaspora influenced the development of dance steps.
3. The hora is a group dance.
4. Dancing is an important part of Jewish religious and cultural life.

Question 2 of 3

How do we know that the hora is one of the most popular Jewish dances?

1. The hora originated in Romania.
2. The chair dance was originally not part of the hora.
3. It is a very well-known dance that is often seen at weddings and other celebrations.
4. Hasidic circle dances are a form of prayer.

Question 3 of 3

According to the article, where did klezmer music come from?

1. 1800s Hasidic tradition
2. 1600s Europe
3. The U.S. in the 2000s
4. Immigrants to Israel in the early 1900s

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