Nora York: Singing "What I Want"

Nora York: Singing "What I Want"

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video explores the theme of ceaseless yearning and unfulfilled desires through a poem by Sir Thomas Wyatt and a song. It delves into the paradoxes of wanting what one cannot have and the struggle between mind and heart. The content encourages viewers to seize opportunities and reflect on the human condition, emphasizing perseverance and hope.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme introduced in the first section of the video?

The joy of achieving desires

The paradoxical nature of human wants

The simplicity of life

The importance of patience

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which literary figure's work is referenced in the first section?

Sir Thomas Wyatt the Elder

John Donne

William Shakespeare

Geoffrey Chaucer

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the second section?

The joy of having everything

The repetitive nature of unattainable desires

The importance of friendship

The simplicity of life

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the final section, what internal conflict is highlighted?

The tension between work and leisure

The battle between good and evil

The conflict between mind and heart

The struggle between wealth and poverty

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message is conveyed about waiting in the final section?

Waiting is always pointless

Good things come to those who wait

Waiting leads to disappointment

Patience is unnecessary