Salute P6B Discussion

Salute P6B Discussion

Let's talk about the poem "Salute" by Brian Moses. 

Multiple Choice

The poet has called the poem 'Salute'. Which statement below explains the reason for the poem's title?

• To express admiration for the courage and determination of the paralympic team.

• To show that the paralympic team normally salute at the end of a sporting event.

• To ask the readers to salute at the end of the poem.

Poll

All of the following qualities are needed by paralympic athletes. Choose what you think are the TOP THREE qualities.

• determination

• stamina

• bravery

• strength

• endurance

Multiple Choice

Which line explains that the athlete will not stop competing

• 'so much strength, so much endurance'

• 'the challenge so much greater, the road ahead much rougher'

• 'The widest skies in the world would still not limit their dreams.'

Examples of rhyming words

hit and quit

chest and nest

bride and hide

The poet uses rhyme at the end of the some lines to emphasize his feelings and create a rhythm.

Open Ended

Write down words from the poem that rhyme.

Open Ended

Tell us about the most challenging situation you have been in. It could be:

moving to a new school or country

taking part in a competition or an exam

helping to care for a sick family member

How did you overcome these difficulties?

Open Ended

What advice would you give to someone facing challenges?