Assignment: Given our in-class discussion about poetry's place in pop cutlure, wherein I was angling hard to establish that poetry is firmly entrenched in areas of our lives that extend beyond classrooms, I'm wondering how you all are feeling about the genre. Does poetry have a place? Does it matter? Would you read it or expose yourself to it if you weren't exposed to it via English teachers? Is it alive? Is it dying? Can it be revived or made more interesting or applicable to the average Joe?
Before responding, I'd like you to read Dana Gioia's essay, "Can Poetry Matter?" (See link below). After reading, I'd like you to respond to Gioia's argument either sympathetically (agreement) or in opposition. Even if you do agree with the author, use your own original reasoning and evidence from personal experience and observation in order to make your point.
Aim for around 250 words, which is the equivalent to a typed and double-spaced 1-page document.
You can find Gioia's essay HERE: http://danagioia.net/essays/ecpm.htm
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