Julie Batten "Born to Dance"

The speaker, a dancer, shares their family's connection to dance and recounts being moved by a magazine story about Cambodian dancers during the Khmer Rouge regime. This inspired them to write a poem, 'Born to Dance,' which they recite, highlighting the beauty and tragedy of the dancers' lives.

What is the speaker's connection to dance?

• Their family has a history in dance.

• They have no connection to dance.

• They are a dance teacher.

• They are a professional dancer.

What inspired the speaker to write a poem?

• A magazine article about dancers in Cambodia.

• A dance performance they attended.

• A documentary on dance history.

• A conversation with their daughter.

What is the title of the poem recited by the speaker?

• The Dancer's Journey

• Graceful Movements

• Born to Dance

• Dance of Life

What does the poem suggest about the Cambodian dancers?

• They were successful in escaping Cambodia.

• They were persecuted during the Khmer Rouge regime.

• They were ignored by society.

• They were celebrated and honored.

How does the poem describe the beauty of the dancers?

• As a powerful force that could block the sun.

• As a fleeting moment.

• As a simple and understated elegance.

• As a hidden talent.