Characters
Who is the main female dancer in the movie?
Andie
What style of dance is most shown in the movie?
Hip Hop/breaking
Hip-hop dance started in what type of environment?
The streets / urban communities
Where did hip-hop culture begin?
The Bronx, New York
Why does Andie have to move in with her guardian?
Her mom passed away / she was getting into trouble
Who is the male lead and dancer at MSA?
Chase
What dance style is taught at MSA (Maryland School of the Arts)?
Ballet/Modern (contemporary)
What is a crew?
A group of dancers who perform together
What DJ started to make loop beats so people could dance longer at parties?
DJ Kool Herc
What causes tension between street dancers and MSA dancers?
Different styles (street vs. trained/studio dance)
What dance crew is Andie originally part of?
410
What style focuses on sharp, robotic movements?
Popping
What does improvising mean?
making up movement on the spot.
Name at least 2 dance moves from the 2000s we went over.
Soulja boy(crank dat)
Chicken Noodle Soup
Dougie
walk it out
harlem shake
Which character represents the bridge between street dance and formal training?
Chase
What is the name of the new dance crew formed in the movie?
MSA Crew
What style includes floor work, freezes, and power moves?
Breaking
Name one element of hip-hop culture besides dance
DJing, MCing (rap), graffiti
Name one artist known for dance-heavy performances in the 2000s
Missy Elliot, Ciara, Chris Brown, etc.
What happens to Moose at the beginning of the movie that shows his dancing skills?
He dances on the stairs to his ringtone on his phone to prove that the song was fire.
What type of dancer is Moose known for being?
A freestyle/street dancer with unique style
which character is known to include popping, locking and krumping?
Moose is known for mixing multiple street styles, especially:
He’s basically the character that represents versatility and individuality in hip-hop dance—his style isn’t boxed into one category, which is why he stands out so much in Step Up 2: The Streets.
Why is individuality important in hip-hop dance?
It shows personal style and identity
How did the internet impact dance in the 2000s?
Helped spread choreography and trends globally.
What makes the final battle scene so memorable?
It happens in the rain + high-energy performance