Which term means 'quick movements'?

Which term means 'quick movements'?

• A. Demi en l'air
• B. En l'air
• C. Première arabesque
• D. Allegro

Answer: (D)

This question tests knowledge of ballet tempo markings. Allegro designates quick, brisk, lively movements, often with light jumps and fast footwork, signaling you to move with speed and brightness. The other terms describe either where the body is or how a movement is performed rather than its speed: demi en l'air means the leg is partly in the air; en l'air means in the air (typically during jumps); première arabesque is a specific pose with extended lines in both arms and legs. Because these describe position or the nature of the movement rather than speed, Allegro is the term that means quick movements.

This question tests knowledge of ballet tempo markings. Allegro designates quick, brisk, lively movements, often with light jumps and fast footwork, signaling you to move with speed and brightness. The other terms describe either where the body is or how a movement is performed rather than its speed: demi en l'air means the leg is partly in the air; en l'air means in the air (typically during jumps); première arabesque is a specific pose with extended lines in both arms and legs. Because these describe position or the nature of the movement rather than speed, Allegro is the term that means quick movements.