Mr. Mangold's english classes



11/3 Blackboard Jungle Questions – Answer on loose leaf in complete sentences.1. In your own experience, do you find teachers to be generally supportive of you in your academic goals? How does this compare to the teachers in the movie?2. Why were parents so scared of this movie?3. What did you see in the film that led to this fear?4. Who is in control in the film? What characters or groups? Could this have contributed to adults fearing this movie? Explain.5. What does all this have to do with Rock and Roll?11/3 50’s Civil Rights Paragraphs – Use “The Great Pretender” by the Platters and the poem “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Lawrence Dunbar to answer the following – Write a paragraph for EACH!1.These two works were written roughly 60 years apart, but they address a similar theme. ?What is the theme they discuss? Remember, theme is a statement not a word! What ?evidence is there from BOTH works that support your theme?2. Choose ONE of the two works. Explain how the author uses a literary technique (simile, ?metaphor, characterization etc.) to develop the theme. Be sure to include TBE!11/3 Rock and Roll SongCompose a Rock and Roll song in the style of the 1950s Rock and Roll. It must have - 3 verses, with 4 lines in each. The rhyme scheme must stay the same for each verse-a chorus of 3 or 4 lines. This should have a different rhyme scheme from the verse-Topics can be - love, rebellion, or race relations-You must describe the tempo and instruments in your song, and explain your choice. You must also explain the tone and inspiration of your lyrics.-Remember the innocence of the 50s - no cursing, must use figurative language11/3 1960s Five Events – Use the song “The Times They are a-Changin” by Bob Dylan, the article on the 1960s (get it from me) and the following video clips to answer the following on loose leaf in complete sentencesClip1: : 3 facts/events from the article and 2 things from either of the video clips.Explain the significance (importance) of these 5 things.How do they represent a change from previous beliefs?How are these changes alluded to in "The Times They Are A-Changin?" Use specific lyrics.11/4 Civil Rights Songs – Use “The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carrol” by Bob Dylan, “People Get Ready” by the Impressions, “A Change is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke, or “We Shall Overcome” by Joan Baez. Choose any TWO songs. Answer the following questions for EACH song on loose leaf to hand in. Use complete sentences and TBE1. To whom is the song addressed?2. What points of view or attitudes are revealed?3. Does this song suggest any solutions to the issues/problems addressed?4. How effective is this song as a social protest? Explain.5. What, if any, relevance does this song have to American society today?11/6 Folk Songs – Use “Where Have All the Flowers Gone?” by the Kingston Trio, “Handsome Johnny” by Richie Havens, “If I Had a Hammer” by Peter, Paul and Mary and “Blowin in the Wind” by Bob Dylan to answer the following on loose leaf in complete sentences.1. The song "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" is not actually about flowers. What is it about? How do you know? (TBE)2. Explain the "circle" or cycle that is discussed in "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?"3. Who does "Handsome Johnny" represent?4. What message is Havens trying to convey in the last two stanzas?5. What does the hammer symbolize in "If I Had a Hammer?" Why would the singer want one?6. Explain TWO of the questions asked in "Blowin' in the Wind." What do they mean? Why would the author ask them?7. Why is the answer blowin' in the wind?11/10 Vietnam Songs – Use “Feel Like I’m Fixin to Die Rag” by Country Joe & the Fish, “Eve of Destruction” by Barry McGuire, “Fortunate Son” by Creedence Clearwater Revival and “A Hard Rains Gonna Fall” by Bob Dylan to answer the following on loose leaf in complete sentences.1. How would you describe the tone of "Feel Like I'm Fixin' to Die?" Why? What lyrics lead to your opinion?2. Why would Country Joe include Wall Street and General in his song?3. Identify 2 specific complaints in "Eve of Destruction." What is McGuire trying to say about them?4. How would you describe the tone of "Eve of Destruction?" Why? What lyrics lead to your opinion?5. Who are the fortunate sons the band is singing about? Why would the band take issue with them ("I ain't no fortunate son")?6. How would you describe the tone of "Fortunate Son?" Why? What lyrics lead to your opinion?7. What is the "hard rain" that Dylan is talking about?8. "A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall" is a series of questions and answers. Comment on one answer to EACH of the questions. What is the symbolism in that answer and how does is contribute to the "hard rain" that will fall?11/12 Protest Song Assignment.Your assignment is to write a protest song. In the library, you are to research a controversial topic in the news today. Explain the following in a brief paragraph: What is your topic? Why is it controversial? Which side are you on?When you are finished with this, you will write a protest song about your chosen topic. Your protest song should have:Three verses with a standard rhyme scheme throughout Each verse should be at least 4 lines longA chorus with a rhyme scheme different from the versesA "hook" - a line that repeats and is the main focus or purpose of your songFinally, write 3-4 sentences describing your song. Discuss tempo and instruments used. Then describe the tone of your song and explain how the tone adds to the effectiveness of your protest song.11/17 Counterculture Assignment “Woodstock” by Crosby, Stills and Nash; “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane; “Break on Through” by the DoorsEach song in this lesson represents the beliefs and ideals of the counterculture of the 1960s. Choose one song that, in your opinion, best exemplifies those ideals. Compose a well thought out paragraph of 7 to 10 sentences that defends your opinion. You must include a strong thesis (claim), cite and explain at least three pieces of TBE (lyrics) and have a strong conclusion.11/19 Bob Dylan Questions – “Like a Rolling Stone,” “Rainy Day Women #12&35,” “All Along the Watchtower”1. What happened to the person being spoken to in “Like a Rolling Stone?” How do you know?2. What is the tone of “Like a Rolling Stone?” How does this add to the message of the song?3. What does Dylan mean when he sings “Everybody must get stoned?” 4. Why would Dylan list common everyday occurrences as catalysts for stoning?5. Summarize the conversation between the joker and the thief. What are they saying about the world? Are they correct? Explain. 11/20 Beatles Lesson – To Be Posted Online Only – “She Loves You,” “In My Life,” “Fixing a Hole,” “While My Guitar Gently Weeps,” “Let It Be”Choose ONE of the 5 songs discussed in this lesson. What is the theme of the song and what lines support it? Offer an opinion as to why that theme would be relevant during the 1960s. Additionally, comment on one other person's post by agreeing or disagreeing with their opinion. Be sure to sign your name to the post.11/21 The Rolling Stones –“Paint it Black,” “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Sympathy for the Devil,” “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”1. Contrast the tone of Paint it Black with the tone of one of the Beatles songs we listened to. Why might the Stones deliberately contrast with the Beatles?2. What is the theme of Paint it Black?3. Choose 1 verse from Satisfaction. Explain what the singer is complaining about.4. Why do the Stones include all the historical references in Sympathy for the Devil?5. Why would the lines about a demonstration be included in “You Can’t Always Get What You Want?” Think about the time period in which it was released.11/24 Jimi Hendrix Paragraphs – Use “Purple Haze,” “The Wind Cries Mary,” “Manic Depression” and “Voodoo Chile (Slight Return)” to compose one paragraph answers to EACH question.1. How do these songs represent the counterculture/psychedelic movement? Use and explain TBE from EACH song.2. Describe how these songs are different musically from other songs we have heard. Be as descriptive as possible! What did you hear in EACH song that stood out to you?12/1 Motown Questions Answer on loose leaf using complete sentences and TBE! Use “Money” by Barrett Strong, “Ain’t too Proud to Beg” by the Temptations, “I Heard it Through the Grapevine” by Marvin Gaye and “Baby Love” by the Supremes.1. How would you describe the Motown Sound? Use examples from specific songs.2. How does "Money" turn the traditional love song upside down?3. Why would "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" include lyrics about what a man is supposed to be? What is this song saying about gender roles?4. Why would "I Heard It Through the Grape Vine" include lyrics about what a man is supposed to be? What is this song saying about gender roles?5. How is "Baby Love" different from the other love songs? Why might a girl group sing something different?12/2 Disco 3 Column Chart Complete a 3 column chart for any two: “Stayin Alive” by the Bee Gees, “Kung Fu Fighting” by Carl Douglas, or “Miss You” by the Rolling Stones. Get the chart handout from me.12/4 Rock Questions Use “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen, “Dream On” by Aerosmith and “Shout It Out Loud” by KISS. Answer on loose leaf using complete sentences.1. How does "Born to Run reflect the "personal themes such as individual commitment, dissatisfaction and dismay with life in a context of every day situations" that were talked about in the lesson? Be specific, use TBE.2. What is the theme of "Dream On?" How do you know this? What lines specifically illustrate the theme?3. What is the theme of "Shout it Out Loud?" What lyrics express this? What era that we have learned about is evoked by this theme? Explain.12/5 Soft Rock 3 Column ChartComplete a 3 column chart for “Your Song” by Elton John and “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac12/8 Glam & Punk Questions “Space Oddity” by David Bowie, “Anarchy in the UK” by the Sex Pistols, “Lost in the Supermarket” by the Clash, “I Wanna Be Sedated” by the RamonesAnswer the following questions using complete sentences and TBE.1. What is the theme of “Space Oddity?” How does setting the song in space enhance this theme?2. What is the theme of “Anarchy in the UK?” What lines show this theme?3. What is the theme of “Lost in the Supermarket?” How does setting the song in the supermarket enhance this theme?4. How does the sound and tempo of “I Wanna be Sedated” differ from what we have heard from other 70s music?12/9 Funk & Soul Questions “It’s a Man’s World” by James Brown, “Chocolate City” by Parliament, “Everyday People” by Sly & the Family StoneAnswer the following using complete sentences and TBE.1. What is the theme of “It’s a Man’s World?” What lines support this theme?2. What is meant by the “chocolate city?” What lines show this?3. Why do they keep repeating “Gainin on ya?”4. What is the theme of “Everyday People?” What lines support the theme?5. Who are the everyday people? Why are they central to the song’s theme?12/17 Pop Questions “Express Yourself” “Papa Don’t Preach” by Madonna2. How does “Express Yourself” illustrate the theme of female empowerment? Use and explain specific examples.3. What is the theme of “Papa Don’t Preach?” What lines express this? Why might this song be considered controversial?12/18 – Jackson Paragraph Response “Man in the Mirror” “Black or White” by Michael Jackson1. Write a well-developed paragraph in which you use information from BOTH songs to establish a controlling idea about Change. Develop your controlling idea using specific details and examples from BOTH songs. ................
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