Cameron Awkward-Rich reads "when i stand around among poets" by Lucille Clifton

Cameron Awkward-Rich reads "when i stand around among poets" by Lucille Clifton

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English, Other

KG - University

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The video discusses an untitled poem by Lucille Clifton, highlighting its themes of poetry's beauty and challenges, and its critique of certain feminist perspectives. The speaker admires Clifton's ability to address complex issues and feels a personal connection to her work. The poem is recited in two parts, focusing on the speaker's feelings of embarrassment among poets and the shared musicality that unites them.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How does the speaker's view of their own poetic abilities contrast with their observations of other poets?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the speaker mean by 'a single music in us' when referring to the experience among poets?

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