National Poetry Month - Poetry Defined

The video discusses National Poetry Month, celebrated in April to promote poetry. It covers its origins, starting in 1996 by the Academy of American Poets, and how it gained momentum with events like distributing free books and inviting poets to the White House. Various celebration methods are highlighted, such as writing a poem daily, Poem in Your Pocket Day, and reading new poems. Criticism from some poets who feel it trivializes poetry is mentioned, along with global observances like World Poetry Day. The video concludes with definitions of poetry and prose.

What is the primary purpose of National Poetry Month?

• To encourage people to write novels

• To commemorate historical events

• To promote and raise awareness about poetry

• To celebrate the end of the year

When was National Poetry Month first celebrated?

• 1998

• 1996

• 2000

• 1995

What is the 30/30 challenge?

• Reading 30 poems in 30 days

• Writing 30 poems in 30 days

• Sharing 30 poems in 30 days

• Memorizing 30 poems in 30 days

What is Poem in Your Pocket Day?

• A day to write poems in your pocket

• A day to carry and share a favorite poem

• A day to memorize poems

• A day to read poems silently

What is a common criticism of National Poetry Month?

• It is not celebrated enough

• It trivializes poetry

• It focuses too much on prose

• It is too long

Which country celebrates National Poetry Day with a specific theme?

• United States

• Canada

• Australia

• United Kingdom

When is World Poetry Day celebrated?

• March 21st

• April 1st

• December 21st

• October 1st