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What are the 5 fundamental dance steps of hands and feet?

The 5 fundamental dance steps of hands and feet are:

1. Plié: This is a bending of the knees while keeping the back straight, heels on the ground, and body lifted.

2. Relevé: This is a rising up onto the balls of the feet while keeping the knees straight and body lifted.

3. Dégagé: This is a pointing of the foot in any direction while keeping the knee straight.

4. Rond de jambe: This is a circular movement of the leg in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.

5. Battement: This is a quick, percussive movement of the leg in any direction.

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