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My Funny Valentine

Ella Fitzgerald

About this song worksheet

A printable ESL song worksheet for “My Funny Valentine” by Ella Fitzgerald, for Level 5 (advanced) learners. Students listen and fill 14 gaps in the lyrics, then discuss the song.

Discussion questions

  1. How does the song's celebration of imperfection challenge conventional ideas about romantic attraction and beauty standards?
  2. What effect does the shift from archaic 'thou/thy' language to modern English have on the song's emotional impact?
  3. Can you think of someone whose 'flaws' or quirks actually make them more endearing to you? What makes imperfection attractive?

A printable song worksheet for My Funny Valentine by Ella Fitzgerald. Includes gap-fill, vocabulary, and discussion activities.

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