Lena Khalaf Tuffaha reads "Geranium"

The video discusses Rainer Maria Rilke's poem 'Geranium' from the book 'The Complete French Poems of Rainer Maria Rilke', translated by Apple and Junior. The speaker shares a personal connection to the poem, highlighting how it was one of the first they could read and understand in French. The video explores the poem's sound and imagery, emphasizing how these elements convey ideas and emotions. The passage of time and the imagery of geraniums are key themes, illustrating the poem's emotional depth and the speaker's appreciation for its artistic expression.

Who is the author of the poem 'Geranium'?

• Rainer Maria Rilke

• Apple and Junior

• Reine-Marie Wilka

• Gerard Manley Hopkins

What aspect of the poem does the speaker appreciate the most?

• The length of the poem

• Its historical context

• The translation quality

• The sound and its impact on ideas

How does the poem 'Geranium' convey the passage of time?

• By mentioning historical events

• Through the use of colors

• By describing a rainy evening

• With short and long sounds

What emotion does the 'scarlet joy' in the poem evoke?

• Joy

• Anger

• Sadness

• Fear

What is the significance of the evening in the poem?

• It is a time of reflection and dissolution

• It marks a historical event

• It symbolizes the end of a journey

• It represents a new beginning