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FIGURE 4.

In the fourth position, throw the weight on the left foot and slide the right foot forward and a little to the side. At the end of the slide, the right foot should be in a direct line with the hollow of the left foot, so that if brought back it should fit into the hollow, as in the third position. This, however, is only to test the accuracy of the step. After the slide, the foot should be returned to standing position and the movement repeated with the other foot. (See Fig. 4.)

Instead of sliding, the foot can be raised from the floor and placed in the position indicated. In this case, remember to keep the toe well pointed downward, and do not raise the foot farther from the floor than is necessary.

There is a variation of this position which will be found useful in two-step and half-time dancing. This is to slide the right foot to the rear and slightly outward after completing the forward movement.