Which movement is described as a large kick from the hip?

• A. Grand battement
• B. Frappé
• C. Tendu
• D. Dégagé

Answer: (A)

The movement described is grand battement. In ballet, this term refers to a large, powerful kick where the leg is raised from the hip with a straight knee, the foot pointed, and the leg extended high before it lowers. The propulsion comes from the hip joint, and the leg travels a wide arc, showing strength, control, and full range of motion.

Frappé and dégagé are smaller brushing motions that lift the foot only a little above the ground or brush the floor, not a full, high kick. Tendu stays on the floor as the foot slides along the surface without lifting, so it doesn’t involve the large elevation from the hip.