Daniel Donaghy - 'Somerset'

Daniel Donaghy - 'Somerset'

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English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses a poem titled 'Somerset,' which is about an El stop in Philadelphia, highlighting the opioid and heroin addiction issues in the area. The poem uses a 'Golden shovel' technique, incorporating lines from Gwendolyn Brooks. It paints a vivid picture of the neighborhood's struggles, including drug use and societal decay, through a powerful recitation.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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