Understanding the Song 'All By Myself'

Understanding the Song 'All By Myself'

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts, Life Skills

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The transcript is a lyrical reflection on the transition from youthful independence to feelings of loneliness and insecurity. The speaker reminisces about a time when they didn't need anyone, contrasting it with their current state of solitude. They express a strong desire to overcome these feelings and not live by themselves anymore. The piece concludes with a note of gratitude towards the audience.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer reminisce about in their youth?

Having a large family

Traveling the world

Feeling independent and carefree

Being surrounded by friends

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer experience when they try to contact friends?

They have long conversations

They are invited to a party

They find nobody is home

They receive a warm welcome

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the singer describe their feelings of love?

Overwhelming and intense

Close and comforting

Distant and obscure

Exciting and new

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the singer find as a remedy for their feelings?

Starting a new hobby

Remaining alone

Being with family

Traveling

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the singer's main desire expressed in the song?

To start a new career

Not to be alone anymore

To be with friends

To travel the world

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the singer feel about living alone?

Unwilling and longing for change

Indifferent

Excited

Content and happy

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the overall theme of the song?

The excitement of new love

The importance of family

The joy of solitude

The struggle with loneliness