Media and Vietnam

Starter 15:
Listen to each of the songs linked below.  Follow along on the lyrics sheet for the song.  At the end of each song, answer the following question:

1. Who was the audience for this song?  What clues does the song give you that help to answer this question?
2. What message is the artist trying to convey about the Vietnam War?  Refer to specific lyrics to support your answer.
3. Does this song reflect the culture, or is it trying to change the culture?

Song 1: Feel Like I'm Fixin' to Die Lyrics

Song 2: Fortunate Son Lyrics

Media and Vietnam

Watch the Tet Offensive Video.  As you watch, complete the note-taking guide linked here.

After you watch, answer the following questions in groups:

1. How do you think media coverage of the war affected public opinion?
2. What did you learn about the Tet Offensive?
3. What perspective did the media take on the war?

Lit Circles

Discuss for at least 15-20 minutes, using the questions and roles we developed yesterday.

At the end of the discussion, everyone needs to write down and turn in:

1. One new idea, perspective, or insight they gained through the discussion
2. Feedback for us on the small group discussions:
• Is this something you would be interested in doing again?
• What worked about this structure?
• What improvements could we make to this structure?

VHP Project Work Time

See handout linked above for specific instructions.

Remember, EVERYTHING for this project is due by the end of class on Friday!

HOMEWORK:

Study for Quiz.  Quiz study guide is linked in yesterday's post.  Quiz: Tuesday, December 6th