Understanding Song Lyrics and Themes

Understanding Song Lyrics and Themes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Performing Arts

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The transcript is a lyrical journey through feelings of frustration and the desire to break free from constraints. It encourages listeners to let go of their worries, embrace change, and enjoy life. The song celebrates freedom and the joy of living in the moment, urging people to take control of their lives and not let time pass them by.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main feeling expressed in the initial part of the song?

Happiness

Excitement

Confusion

Frustration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer want to do to break free?

Go on a vacation

Move to a new city

Cut loose and kick off Sunday shoes

Start a new job

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the singer asking to help him get up off his knees?

Jack

Louise

Milo

Marie

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the singer trying to tell the listener about life?

It is a mystery

It is full of rules

It is always easy

It will pass you by if you don't try

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer suggest you can do if you cut loose?

Run

Sing

Fly

Dance

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the singer asking to shake it for him?

Louise

Jack

Milo

Marie

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer say you need to put on the ground?

Your hands

Your heart

Your head

Your feet

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final action the singer is taking?

Holding it tight

Keeping it close

Letting it go

Turning it loose