Chrysanthemum Tran reads "una oración" (bruja's soliloquy) by Rachel McKibbens

Chrysanthemum Tran reads "una oración" (bruja's soliloquy) by Rachel McKibbens

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Interactive Video

English, Other

KG - University

Hard

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The video features a reading of Rachel Mckibbens' poem 'Una Oracion Brujas Soliloquy'. The speaker reflects on witnessing the poem performed live, highlighting its powerful exploration of survival, identity, and resilience. The poem uses vivid imagery to convey themes of birth, gender, and empowerment, ultimately concluding with a message of irreversibility and strength.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event does the speaker recall that significantly impacted their understanding of poetry?

A literature class in college

A poetry reading by Rachel Mckibbens

A personal writing workshop

A poetry competition they participated in

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the poem, how does the speaker describe their early understanding of gender identity?

As a natural and easy realization

As a struggle with societal norms

As an unimportant aspect of life

As a clear and defined role

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe their resilience?

A worm built to outlast the swallow

A river cutting through rock

A tree standing tall in a storm

A flower blooming in adversity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker express their newfound empowerment in the poem?

By seeking revenge on those who wronged them

By forgiving those who caused them pain

By embracing their identity and challenging societal norms

By isolating themselves from the world

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker declare about their own existence at the end of the poem?

That they are still searching for meaning

That they are defined by their past traumas

That no one can undo their resilience

That they are dependent on others for validation