R.1.4/3.1 TPCASTT-Firework Song Analysis

Before reading the lyrics, explain what you thought the title 'Firework' might mean. Your answer should include one prediction about what the song could be about.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Paraphrase the meaning of the song in your own words. Explain what message the singer is giving to the listener.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

Which lyric is a metaphor?

• You’re gonna leave ’em all in awe

• Baby, you’re a firework

• Boom, boom, boom

• Make ’em go 'Oh, oh, oh'

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

Which line creates the strongest imagery?

• Come on, show ’em what you’re worth

• Do you ever feel so paper-thin

• You just gotta ignite the light

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

What is the tone of the chorus?

• Discouraging

• Empowering and uplifting

• Angry

• Confused

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

Where does the major shift happen?

• When lyrics move from insecurity → encouragement

• When the beat slows down

• When the title appears

• When the chorus repeats

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

After reading, what deeper meaning does 'Firework' represent?

• Only Fourth of July fireworks

• A person’s inner power

• Something dangerous

• A loud noise

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the theme of the song?

• Everyone has inner strength

• People should avoid risks

• Everyone should learn about fireworks

• People should blend in

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2