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Look at the English translation and then use your dance knowledge to explain why it is used to describe the moves you have learned. When you are done, share your descriptions and demonstrate these moves for the class!  \nFrench English Description of move  \n\n| Ballon | Balloon, ball | The dancer bounces like a balloon or ball. |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Chaînés | Chained | The dancer makes a series of turns that look like the links ina chain. |\n| Changement | Changing |  |\n| Chassé | Chased |  |\n| Croisé | Crossed |  |\n| Demi | Half |  |\n| Échappé | Escaped |  |\n| Elevé | Lifted |  |\n| Glissade | Slide |  |\n| Grand Pas | Big step |  |\n| Pas de chat | Cat step |  |\n| Pas de cheval | Horse step |  |\n| Pas de deux | Two step |  |\n| Pas de valse | Waltz step |  |\n| Petit saut | Little jump |  |\n| Pirouette | A spinning top |  |\n| Plié | Bended |  |\n\nThe French Language Initiative: The World Speaks French American Association of Teachers of French","cbCaip68HIQ7dkVS","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaip68HIQ7dkVS","pdf",118360,"English","# Overview of Ballet Terminology\n## Glossary of French Ballet Terms","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of this ballet terminology guide?\",\"answer\":\"The guide aims to help students understand the literal English meanings behind sophisticated French ballet terms so they can better grasp the logic and execution of specific dance movements.\"},{\"question\":\"How are students encouraged to use this document in class?\",\"answer\":\"Students are asked to use their dance knowledge to write descriptions for the listed moves based on their English meanings and then demonstrate the steps for their classmates.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the significance of including both the French and English translations of these terms?\",\"answer\":\"It helps bridge the gap between classical terminology and physical action, allowing dancers to visualize the movement characteristics—such as the bouncing nature of 'ballon'—more effectively.\"}]","French Ballet Terms and their Meanings - An Educational Guide | PDF"]