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Dance and the Fight Against Poverty
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Which dance form originated in the slums of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and is known for its energetic and acrobatic movements?
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Capoeira
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Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. It originated in the slums of Rio de Janeiro in the 16th century and was developed by enslaved Africans as a form of self-defense and cultural expression.