Samin Nosrat reads "Elegy" by Aracelis Girmay

Samin Nosrat reads "Elegy" by Aracelis Girmay

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English, Other

KG - University

Hard

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The video features a reading of the poem 'Elegy' by RLE skier Mai, chosen for its beauty and emotional resonance. The speaker reflects on personal grief and the solace found in poetry, encouraging viewers to find comfort in the poem's themes. The discussion extends to life's uncertainties and the importance of human connections, emphasizing the 'Kingdom of touching' as a metaphor for meaningful interactions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the speaker choose to read 'Elegy' by RLE Skier Mai?

Because it is a famous poem

Due to its beauty and sadness

It was a random choice

The speaker wrote it

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the knowledge of life's uncertainty?

It guarantees happiness

It is irrelevant

It should be ignored

It is a reason to appreciate beauty

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe growth despite life's challenges?

A mountain standing

A bird flying

A river flowing

A young branch growing

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker mean by 'The Kingdom of touching'?

A place where everyone is happy

A realm of physical and emotional connections

A fictional story

A kingdom ruled by a king

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of 'the touches of the disappearing'?

It refers to forgotten memories

It highlights the transient nature of life

It describes a magical event

It is about a historical event