We are Young - FUN

We Are Young by FUN



Listen carefully to the song and then answer the questions that follow:
1) Who is the speaker in this song? How do you know this? (2)
2) Where is this song set? (1)
3) Describe the relationship between the man and the woman. Substantiate your answer with reference to the text. (3)
4) Consider the image “My seat’s been taken by some sunglasses.” This is an example of synecdoche. Do you think that this is an effective image, substantiate your answer. (3)
5) What is the tone of the song and the mood of the speaker? Explain your answer fully. (2)

6) Write a paragraph in which you discuss whether you consider this song to be a celebration of youth and relationships or a critical and ironic comment on them. Refer to the lyrics as well as the visual of the music video in your answer. (10)

Miss Gadd's paragraphs in response to this question are here.