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This guide explores the purpose of slam poetry by Taylor Mali and Andrew Warner, highlighting figurative language devices they use and characteristics of slam poetry. Students will create their slam poem focusing on point, story, tone, figurative language, and presentation options for an engaging delivery.
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Questions • What is the purpose of Taylor Mali and Andrew Warner’s poetry? • What figurative language devices did you hear them use? (Name 3) • How did they present their poems?
Characteristics of a Slam Poem • Point • Story • Voice • Figurative Language • Personality
The Assignment- 40 points • You’re going to write a Slam Poem • What I’m looking for: • Point • Story • Tone • Figurative Language • Presentation Options for presentation: You may present your Slam Poem for the class (which I prefer) or you may film it
Beginning Brainstorming • Easiest way to start…things you know • Make a list of 10 things you KNOW to be true • Doesn’t have to be anything deep or mind blowing, just stuff you know is true • NOT OPINIONS