4. analyze the lyrics to a song, relating it to the Vietnam era. Students should locate Vietnam on a world map. The teacher should provide background from an encyclopedia, almanac, or other reference giving general knowledge about the country such as information on lifestyle, language, religions, arts, and leisure activities. Students should work with a world atlas and locate important cities and land forms on a map of Vietnam. Students should read or have read to them a book based on the Vietnam War years.
Excellent resources are available and are listed in the resources section.
Many of these books are based upon the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and also include the history of the Vietnam War. The lyrics are included on an accompanying worksheet. Students should respond to the words of this song by listing the events in the Vietnam War which could correlate to Dylan's message. For example, a dove could be created or people holding hands around a globe. The sculpture should be constructed of all recyclable materials.