Lesson 1.5 - Is Poetry Dead? The Past, Present and Future of Poetry; Music Clip Preparation
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
(1) communicate their own poetry in a clear, coherent manner using many aspects of the figurative language studied throughout the unit.
1. Google the text/video of The Hill We Climb by Amanda Gorman.
https://www.macleans.ca/news/amanda-gorman-poem-biden-inauguration/
2. Think about how Amanda's poem makes you feel. Use the following questions as a guideline.
a) Do you think Amanda Gorman's Poem is going to make a difference to all societies in the USA? Explain why.
b) Do you think her poem is effective in bringing equality of cultures, races and opportunity to the USA? Explain why or why not.
c) Do you think her use of Figurative Language is strong (Similes, Metaphors, Imagery etc.)? Explain your thinking with 2 examples.
d) Do you think Amanda Gorman is the future of poetry in America?**75 Words; PDF and post to Moodle in the correct spot