Musical Themes and Messages

Musical Themes and Messages

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Sophia Harris

Arts, Performing Arts

6th - 12th Grade

Hard

The video counts down the top 10 powerful Broadway songs, highlighting their impact and significance. It covers songs from musicals like Cats, Les Miserables, Hamilton, Wicked, and more, discussing their themes and contributions to Broadway. The video also includes honorable mentions and concludes with a focus on 'Sunday' from Sunday in the Park with George.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the central theme of the song 'Memory' from Cats?

A cat's journey to find food

A cat's rivalry with another cat

A cat's longing for acceptance

A cat's adventure in the city

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which song from Les Miserables is known for its ensemble performance?

Do You Hear the People Sing?

One Day More

On My Own

I Dreamed a Dream

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message of 'The Impossible Dream' from Man of La Mancha?

The power of silence

The pursuit of an unattainable goal

The importance of wealth

The joy of friendship

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which musical style is uniquely blended in 'Satisfied' from Hamilton?

Opera and folk

Traditional singing and rapping

Rock and pop

Jazz and classical

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 'Defying Gravity' from Wicked, what does the character Elphaba decide to do?

Seek revenge against the Wizard

Become a teacher

Return to her hometown

Join a circus

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Effie White's plea in 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' from Dream Girls?

To start a new band

To find a new job

To stay with her manager

To leave the city

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the central theme of 'Somewhere' from West Side Story?

A search for a lost friend

A quest for treasure

A hope for peace and love

A journey to a new land

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'Seasons of Love' from Rent reflect on?

The changing seasons

The passage of time and love

The beauty of nature

The history of New York

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 'Being Alive' from Company, what realization does the character Robert come to?

He should travel more

He should embrace solitude

He should not be alone

He should change careers

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of 'Sunday' from Sunday in the Park with George?

The importance of family

The joy of friendship

The beauty of nature

The power of creativity

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