TED Ed What makes a poem..a poem?

What year did Muhammad Ali captivate Harvard's graduating class?

• 1969

• 1980

• 1975

• 1972

What is considered the shortest poem ever?

• "Me, we."

• "I am."

• "Alone."

• "Yes."

What does poetry often use to emphasize its musical qualities?

• Detailed descriptions

• Long paragraphs

• Rhyme, rhythm, and meter

• Metaphors

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of poetry?

• Uses condensed language

• Can express intense feelings

• Emphasizes musical qualities

• Often requires a specific length

Which poet is known for their spiritual poetry?

• Rumi

• E.E. Cummings

• Pablo Neruda

• Shakespeare

Who wrote poems where shapes were as important as words?

• Rumi

• Shakespeare

• Pablo Neruda

• E.E. Cummings

What is a unique feature of E.E. Cummings' poetry?

• Use of traditional rhyme schemes

• Absence of punctuation

• The visual arrangement of words

• Focus on nature themes

Which artist is known for lyrics that hold up without music?

• Elton John

• Bob Dylan

• Beethoven

• Adele

What makes a song lyric similar to poetry?

• The use of vivid imagery and emotions

• The presence of a chorus

• The length of the song

• The use of instruments

Which of the following is a characteristic of rap?

• No musical qualities

• Use of rhyme, rhythm, and imagery

• Lack of imagery

• Absence of rhythm