Understanding Themes in Travel Songs

Understanding Themes in Travel Songs

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts, Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The transcript is a lyrical journey through various encounters in different locations, highlighting cultural exchanges and the recurring theme of coming from a 'land down under.' The song describes interactions with strangers, each offering a unique perspective and connection to the singer's homeland, characterized by its distinct cultural elements and natural phenomena.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of vehicle is mentioned at the start of the journey?

A fried-out Kombi

A rusty van

A vintage car

A modern SUV

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emotion did the strange lady evoke in the traveler?

Indifference

Nervousness

Excitement

Happiness

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What question does the lady ask about the land down under?

Is it a land of peace?

Do you come from a land down under?

Is it always sunny there?

Do you have many animals?

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the man in Brussels offer the traveler?

A Vegemite sandwich

A cup of coffee

A chocolate bar

A slice of pizza

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the man in Brussels described as?

Short and thin

Short and muscular

Average height and build

Tall and muscular

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Bombay, what does the traveler claim to come from?

A land of dreams

A land of scarcity

A land of mystery

A land of plenty

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recurring natural phenomenon is mentioned in the song?

Sunshine

Rain

Thunder

Wind

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable characteristic of the men in the land down under?

They are quiet

They are shy

They are plunderers

They are kind

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the repeated advice given throughout the song?

Stay calm

Enjoy the view

Sing along

Run and take cover