How many years was the man "doing time"?
Three years
What does a yellow ribbon symbolize in the song?
Forgiveness and welcome back
Where does most of the video happen?
On the bus
When did the story start?
55 years ago (1970)
What emotion does the song mainly express?
Hope, anxiety, and joy
What kind of tree is mentioned in the lyrics?
Oak tree
What does the number of ribbons at the end mean?
He’s very much wanted back
What is the color of the clothes the guy is wearing in the video?
A dark blue suit with a colorful tie
How did Americans relate to the song?
Because of war and veterans returning to the USA
How can this song be related to returning to school?
It shows how good it feels to be welcomed back
How many yellow ribbons were tied around the trees?
A hundred
What does “I've done my time” mean in the song?
Serving time in prison
What was his wife's hair color?
Blonde
How has the yellow ribbon been used outside the song?
To welcome back soldiers, students or loved ones
According to the video, how would you decorate a classroom to welcome someone back?
With yellow ribbons, music, or snacks
At the end of the video, when the bus is about to get close to their house, the people in the bus were...
Cheering
Why does the man ask the bus driver to look for him?
He’s too nervous and scared of rejection
What's written on the letter?
The lyrics
What was the main purpose of the Yellow Ribbons?
To show the man was welcomed back home.
What lesson about kindness does this story teach?
Simple actions (like a ribbon) can carry big emotional meaning
Why doesn’t he ask for a letter back?
A ribbon is public and visible—it’s a clear, non-verbal sign
What does “stay on the bus” mean symbolically?
To move on without trying to reconnect
What musical instruments are featured in the song? (At least 2)
Drums, bass, guitar, piano, and vocals
What year was the song released?
1973
At Teens American School, why do we tie the ribbons around, after July recess?
To Welcome Back the students.