Unit 5: Analyzing Themes

Welcome to Unit 5. In this unit, we will explore several themes throughout the album. Understanding how themes work can make your writing better. 

To Do List

  1. Watch the unit intro video.
  2. Explore the historical timeline and see how specific lyrics from the album connect to key moments.
  3. Read about why it is important to explore pop culture.
  4. Learn about the two featured artists, their songs, and reflect on the lyrics.
  5. Listen to two tracks from the album. 
  6. Complete the unit assessment by writing about how your favorite music uses themes.
  7. Review additional resources about analyzing pop culture.
  8. Read Make it Social and write a letter to Nikki about whether art should be political.
Lyrics and the Historical MomentDownload
Why Examine Popular Culture?Download
Songs 9 and 10Download

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Additional Resources on Popular CultureDownload

Make it Social 

  • Write a letter to Nikki with your answer about whether art should be political.

Questions? Comments? Contact Nikki at bendingthebars1312 (at) gmail (dot) com.