Analyzing Vietnam War Protest Songs

Draw

Highlight any lines in the lyrics that stand out to you.

Underline any words or phrases that are repeated.

Draw

Highlight any lines in the lyrics that stand out to you.

Underline any words or phrases that are repeated.

Draw

Highlight any lines in the lyrics that stand out to you.

Underline any words or phrases that are repeated.

Open Ended

What makes a protest powerful? Can music be a form of protest? Why or why not?

Multiple Select

Which of the following themes are present in the song 'Fortunate Son'?

• Anti-war sentiment

• Celebration of patriotism

• Critique of social inequality

• Support for government policies

Open Ended

How do the lyrics of 'Fortunate Son' reflect the songwriter's perspective on privilege and social class during the Vietnam War era?

Multiple Choice

Which phrase is repeated throughout the song 'Fortunate Son' and what is its significance in the context of the lyrics?

• It ain't me

• Wave the flag

• Silver spoon in hand

• Star-spangled eyes

Open Ended

What message is the song 'Fortunate Son' trying to send about the Vietnam War or society?

Fill in the Blanks

Who is the speaker in the song 'Fortunate Son'?

Open Ended

Choose another Vietnam War-era song from the suggested list and explain in a few sentences how its message and tone differ from 'Fortunate Son'.

Open Ended

How did analyzing Vietnam War protest songs change or deepen your understanding of the role of music in social movements?

Open Ended

What makes a protest powerful? Can music be a form of protest? Why or why not? Respond with 2-4 complete sentences.