OPTION 2 – Times they are a Changin’ - Songs of the Vietnam War era –
People used non-violent protests to protest against the war in Vietnam. Songs were one way artists could join in these non-violent protests. Listen to the song provided for you in the link. Then answer the questions.
Song: https://genius.com/Bob-dylan-the-times-they-are-a-changin-lyrics (You can click the play button at the top of the site to hear the song and follow the lyrics that are provided)
Questions to answer:
***Most of these are YOUR opinion as songs make us all feel and think different ways. Write what YOU feel.
1. What is the song about? Is it pro-war or anti-war?
2. What emotional response does the song evoke?
3. Write a few sentences that describe the message or viewpoint the songwriter was trying to convey in this song.
4. Conduct a short search to learn the background of the song. Summarize what you learned.
5. Do you think this song was effective during the Vietnam War era? Explain.
