Themes of Identity and Nature in Song

Themes of Identity and Nature in Song

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts, World Languages

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The transcript is a poetic expression of love and longing for Mexico, conveyed through the voice of a guitar. It describes the beauty of Mexican landscapes, the joy of waking up in the morning, and the deep connection to the land. The speaker expresses a desire to return to Mexico if they die far away, wishing to be buried in the mountains near magueyales. The themes of love, nature, and longing are reiterated throughout the piece.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer want to do as he wakes up in the morning?

Play the guitar

Sing his joy

Dance

Write a poem

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

To which natural features does the singer sing?

Forests and beaches

Deserts and lakes

Volcanoes and prairies

Mountains and rivers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer want people to do if he dies far from Mexico?

Forget about him

Bury him where he dies

Celebrate his life

Tell them he is asleep and bring him back

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does the singer wish to be buried?

In a foreign land

In the city

Near the magueyales

By the sea

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer want to cover him when he is buried?

Sand

Flowers

Snow

The earth of his homeland

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the birthplace of perfect men according to the singer?

The prairies

The mountains

The volcanoes

The earth of Mexico