The Famous Rockettes Imagine a long line of dancers performing a difficult high kick at exactly the same time. That was the vision of Russell Markert, who came up with the Idea for the Rockettes back in 1925. The Rockettes, an all-female dance group, have come a long way with their high kioks. They have performed at the Radio City Muslo Hall in Now York City since its opening in 1932. The goal of the Rockettes is for all of the dancers to make the same movements at the exact same time, as if they were one person rather than 36 . This task requires a lot of practice, skill, and cooperation. The Rockettes perform in more than 200 shows over a two-month period. The schedule requires a huge commitment from the dancers. Over the years, more than 3,000 women have danced as Rockettes. They say that performing with the group is a dream come true, despite the long hours of practice and the demanding schedule. They love it when the audience stands and cheers. STRATEQY PRACTICE Write about a time when you saw an athlete or performer do something amazing. How did remembering that event help you understand the passage? \( \qquad \) \( \qquad \) \( \qquad \) SKILL PRACTICE Read the item. Write your response. For what two skills are the Rockettes best known? \( \qquad \) \( \qquad \) What is Russell Markert's relationship to the Rockettes? \( \qquad \) \( \qquad \) Do the Rockettes tend to enjoy their jobs? Use text evidence in your response. \( \qquad \) \( \qquad \)