1. Directions

You will read passages on the topic and then answer questions about them. You may find vocabulary at the end of the test. Read the questions carefully before choosing the correct answers.

2. Questions of the test

Question 1. What is baton twirling similar to?
A) Dancing
B) Rhythmic gymnastics
C) Color guard
D) All of the above

Question 2. What are the fundamental characteristics of baton twirling when judged?
A) Handling of the baton to create visual images and patterns
B) Proper release of the baton into the air
C) Utilizing time and space to display technical merit and artistic expression
D) All of the above

Question 3. Who are majorettes?
A) Competitive twirlers who perform as part of a group
B) Twirlers who perform as part of a group in a parade or in front of an audience
C) Twirlers who perform in a group for a high school or college with its marching band
D) Twirlers who start learning the skills as early as age 2

Question 4. When did the first World Demonstration of Baton Twirling take place?
A) 1979 in Venice, Italy
B) After the US Civil War
C) In grade school age
D) As late as high school age

Question 5. When do twirlers typically start learning the skills?
A) As early as age 2
B) In grade school age
C) As late as high school age
D) When they are part of a high school or college marching band