Capoeira: The Artful Martial Dance

1. What is Capoeira?

A) A form of Japanese Karate.
B) A traditional Chinese martial art.
C) A Russian combat dance.
D) A Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music.

2. Which country is Capoeira originally from?

A) France
B) Spain
C) Brazil
D) Italy

3. What is the primary instrument used in Capoeira music?

A) Violin
B) Guitar
C) Berimbau
D) Drums

4. Capoeira is often played in a circle called what?

A) Triangle
B) Roda
C) Ring
D) Square

5. What is the Portuguese term for a Capoeira master?

A) Guru
B) Sifu
C) Mestre
D) Sensei

6. Which famous Brazilian martial artist is credited with popularizing Capoeira worldwide?

A) Royce Gracie
B) Mestre Bimba
C) Anderson Silva
D) Lyoto Machida

7. What is the Capoeira term for a backflip?

A) Roll
B) Flip
C) Aú
D) Jump

8. What is the Capoeira term for a disarm or a defense move against a weapon?

A) Punch
B) Takedown
C) Esquiva
D) Kick

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