You will write a poem about any subject of your choice using any of the forms and styles that you read about.

Part A
Spend some time brainstorming a topic that you’d like to explore in a poem. Write down your ideas and the topic you ultimately select.

an important person or event in your life

true friendship stands the test of time

the hard work and fun involved in sports

a sunset at the beach

snow-clad mountains

life changes like the seasons

Explanation:

Here’s an example of a subject and related details for a poem:

Subject: I’d like to write about the moon. I think the moon is one of the most beautiful objects in nature. It’s mysterious and fascinating.

Details about the moon:

I always said good-night to the moon when I was little, so it makes me think about when I was younger.

I like how the moon changes throughout each month and disappears for a night.

I’ve always thought it would be a great adventure to travel to the moon.

Explanation:

our democratic-republican government is based on the idea of the natural right of every individual member thereof to . . a vote in making and executing the laws.

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