Poetry and the Human Experience · Vocabulary & Language
The Identity Poem
Crafting original poetry that explores personal heritage, culture, and individual voice.
Key Questions
- 1How can code-switching or the use of multiple languages enrich the voice of a poem?
- 2What role does white space and enjambment play in controlling the breath and pace of the reader?
- 3In what ways can a poem serve as a form of resistance or cultural preservation?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9E8LT01AC9E8LY05
Year: Year 8
Subject: English
Unit: Poetry and the Human Experience
Period: Vocabulary & Language
Suggested Methodologies
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