Which term means 'To the second'?

• A. Écartée
• B. Croisé devant
• C. À la quatrième derrière
• D. À la seconde

Answer: (D)

This question tests how ballet terms describe where the leg goes. À la seconde means to the second, so the working leg is extended out to the side in second position, with the body aligned along that side. That exact sense of movement—moving the leg to the second position—is what the phrase communicates, making it the best fit. Écartée is a side extension position, but not specifically described as “to the second”; croisé devant refers to a front oblique alignment; à la quatrième derrière means the leg moves to the fourth behind. So the moment you hear “to the second,” you know the term is à la seconde.