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Topic: Rhythm and tempo in dance
Dance
	Standard 1. Identifies and demonstrates movement elements and skills in performing dance
		Level IV (Grade 9-12)
			Benchmark 3.		Understands various complex time elements (e.g., duple and triple meters and tempi varied in relation to a basic pulse)
				Knowledge/skill statements
					1.	Understands movement in duple and triple meters
					2.	Understands the measure of tempi varied in relation to a basic pulse
			Benchmark 4.		Creates and performs combinations and variations in a broad dynamic range (e.g., sustained, percussive, vibratory, swing)
				Knowledge/skill statements
					1.	Creates and performs combinations in a broad dynamic range
					2.	Creates and performs variations in a broad dynamic range
					3.	Uses a broad range of dynamic qualities, including sustained, percussive, vibratory, and swing

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