Workbook
“Matilda”
Listen to the song
Vocabulary
1. lift off - відриватись
2. wheel - колесо
3. treat - відноситись
4. alarming - тривожний
5. tie up - завязати
6. throw a party -
влаштувати вечірку
7. it’s not a big deal - нічого
страшного, неважливо
8. on your own - самостійно
9. dye - фарбувати
10. change your mind -
змінити свою думку
Task 1. Listen to the song again and fill
in the gaps
[Verse 1]
You were riding your bike to the sound of "_________________"
And you're trying to _______ ___ the ground on those old two _______
Nothing 'bout the way that you were _______ ever seemed especially
alarming till now
So you _______ your hair and you smile like ___________
[Chorus]
You can let it go
You can ______________ full of everyone you know
And not invite your family 'cause they never showed you love
You don't have to be sorry for leavin' and growin' up, mmm
[Verse 2]
Matilda, you talk of the pain like it's all alright
But I know that you feel like a piece of you's dead insidе
You showed me a power that is strong еnough to bring sun to the darkest
days
It's none of my business, but it's just been on my mind
[Chorus]
You can let it go
You can ______________ full of everyone you know
And not invite your family 'cause they never showed you love
You don't have to be sorry for leavin' and growin' up
You can see the world, following the seasons
Anywhere you go, you don't need a reason
'Cause they never showed you love
You don't have to be sorry for doin' it _________
[Bridge]
You're just in time, make your tea and your toast
You framed all your posters and ______ your clothes, ooh
You don't have to go
You don't have to go home
Oh, there's a long way to go
I don't believe that time will ____________
In other words, I know they won't hurt you anymore
As long as you can let them go
Task 2. Find the definition
Task 3. Fill in the gaps
Speaking
1. What is the tone of the song?
2. How does the author describe the protagonist's
childhood experiences?
3. What does the protagonist do to cope with their
past experiences?
4. Why does the author mention the protagonist tying
up their hair and smiling?
5. What message does the chorus convey about the
protagonist's situation?
6. According to the lyrics, what power does the
protagonist possess?
7. What does the author mean by "It's none of my
business, but it's just been on my mind"?
8. How does the bridge of the song suggest a positive
change in the protagonist's life?
9. What does the phrase "there's a long way to go"
imply?
10. What is the main theme or message of the song?
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1. What is the main theme of the song?
A. Overcoming past struggles and finding independence.
B. Throwing a party for friends and family.
C. Feeling sorry for leaving and growing up.
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D. Not needing a reason to see the world.
2. Who is Matilda mentioned in the song?
A. The singer's best friend.
B. A family member who never showed love.
C. A person who experienced pain and growth.
D. The singer's ex-lover.
3. What does the phrase "You don't have to go home" imply?
A. You can stay and continue the party.
B. You can leave and start a new life.
C. You don't have to confront your past.
D. You can let go of negative experiences.
4. What is the author's attitude towards the idea of starting a
family?
A. Negative.
B. Positive.
C. Indifferent.
D. Critical.
5. What is the overall message of the song?
A. It's important to forgive and forget.
B. Family love is essential for personal growth.
C. Independence and self-acceptance are empowering.
D. Parties are a way to escape from past struggles.
6. What is the significance of the line "You framed all your posters
and dyed your clothes"?
A. It symbolizes a fresh start and personal expression.
B. It represents the singer's support for Matilda.
C. It shows the importance of material possessions.
D. It suggests a desire for change and transformation.
7. How does the song suggest that time can heal emotional wounds?
A. By emphasizing the power of forgiveness.
B. By encouraging personal growth and independence.
C. By highlighting the importance of family support.
D. By promoting the idea of throwing a party.
Correct answers to the questions:
1. The tone of the song is supportive and empowering.
2. The author describes the protagonist's childhood
experiences as not particularly alarming until now.
3. The protagonist copes with their past experiences by
letting go and moving on.
4. The author mentions the protagonist tying up their
hair and smiling to show that they are trying to appear
unaffected by their past experiences.
5. The chorus conveys the message that the protagonist
doesn't have to apologize for leaving and growing up, and
that they can create their own family who will show them
love.
6. According to the lyrics, the protagonist possesses a
power strong enough to bring sun to the darkest days.
7. The author means that although it's not their place to
interfere, they have been thinking about the
protagonist's situation.
8. The bridge suggests a positive change in the
protagonist's life by mentioning framing posters and
dyeing clothes, indicating personal growth and self-
expression.
9. The phrase "there's a long way to go" implies that the
journey towards healing and overcoming the past may
take time.
10. The main theme or message of the song is that the
protagonist doesn't have to apologize for their choices
and can find love and happiness on their own terms.
Correct answers to the test
You were riding your bike to the sound of "It's No Big Deal"
And you're trying to lift off the ground on those old two wheels
Nothing 'bout the way that you were treated ever seemed especially alarming till now
So you tie up your hair and you smile like it's no big deal
[Chorus]
You can let it go
You can throw a party full of everyone you know
And not invite your family 'cause they never showed you love
You don't have to be sorry for leavin' and growin' up, mmm
[Verse 2]
Matilda, you talk of the pain like it's all alright
But I know that you feel like a piece of you's dead insidе
You showed me a power that is strong еnough to bring sun to the darkest days
It's none of my business, but it's just been on my mind
[Chorus]
You can let it go
You can throw a party full of everyone you know
And not invite your family 'cause they never showed you love
You don't have to be sorry for leavin' and growin' up
You can see the world, following the seasons
Anywhere you go, you don't need a reason
'Cause they never showed you love
You don't have to be sorry for doin' it on your own
[Bridge]
You're just in time, make your tea and your toast
You framed all your posters and dyed your clothes, ooh
You don't have to go
You don't have to go home
Oh, there's a long way to go
I don't believe that time will change your mind
In other words, I know they won't hurt you anymore
As long as you can let them go
[Chorus]
You can let it go
You can throw a party full of everyone you know
You can start a family who will always show you love
You don't have to be sorry for doin' it on your own
You can let it go
You can throw a party full of everyone you know
You can start a family who will always show you love
You don't have to be sorry, no