A poet's take on looking to language for radical hope

A poet's take on looking to language for radical hope

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Interactive Video

English, Other

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video discusses the prevalent trend of sharing outrage on social media and contrasts it with the growing interest in poetry. Poetry is presented as a medium that offers nuanced language, allowing for the exploration of complex emotions like rage and grace. The speaker reflects on personal experiences and questions through poetry, emphasizing its role in expressing the multifaceted human experience. Poetry is seen as a counter to simplistic diatribes, offering specificity, empathy, and a deeper understanding of humanity.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why does the author believe people are turning to poetry more in recent times?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the author mean by 'a chance to be seen fully in both our rage and our humanity'?

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