Performing poems written by the poet John Lyons | English

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What is the main purpose of performing poetry?
- to recite it in a monotonous voice
- to convey emotions and enhance the poem's impact ✓
- to read it silently
Which of the following is important for an effective poetry performance?
- reading quickly to cover more poems
- using only a single tone throughout the performance
- using vocal variations and expressive gestures ✓
- reading without any emotion
Why is eye contact important in poetry performance?
- It's not essential in poetry performance.
- It helps in ignoring the audience.
- It creates a connection with the audience and it engages them. ✓
What role do body movements play in poetry performance?
- They are unnecessary and distracting.
- They complement words and enhance expression. ✓
- They confuse the audience.
What does vocal variation do in poetry performance?
- confuses the audience
- adds depth and emotion to the poem ✓
- allows the performer to read the poem faster
- creates a monotonous sound
How do expressive gestures contribute to a poetry performance?
- They add visual interest and complement the words of the poem. ✓
- They take away any emotional connection.
- They limit the performer's movements.

What does the term 'mood' refer to?
- the poet's name
- the overall feeling or atmosphere of a poem ✓
- the poem's rhyme scheme
- the number of lines in each verse
In poetry performance, what do volume and pitch mainly contribute to?
- the length of the poem
- the poet's name
- the quality of delivery for the audience ✓
Why are body movements significant in poetry performance?
- They decrease audience engagement.
- They add visual interest for the audience and enhance a performer's expression. ✓
- They distract the audience from the words spoken.
Which of the following poems by John Lyons evokes a sense of humour and amusement?
- Granny's Sugarcake
- Happy Hummingbird Food
- Tadpole Comets ✓
Which of the following poems by John Lyons evokes a sense of tranquillity and peace?
- Granny's Sugarcake
- Happy Hummingbird Food ✓
- Tadpole Comets
When performing a poem, which of the following must be considered?
- body movements ✓
- facial expressions ✓
- neat handwriting
- volume and pitch ✓
- colourful illustrations

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It is important to prepare for performing a poem by analysing the text to develop a full understanding.
Performing a poem requires the performer to use their voice to make the poem interesting to listen to.
Performers of poetry use facial expressions to bring the poems to life.
Using the body to make the performance exciting to watch is a technique that performers of poetry use.

Performance of poetry must be done only one way.

Whilst poetry performance should adhere to the poem's original structure and rhythm, it is an art form that invites personal interpretation.

Tone - refers to the emotion expressed by the poet towards the reader, enhancing the mood or atmosphere of the poem
Voice - the sound produced through the mouth as speech or song
Facial expressions - a form of non-verbal communication communicated via the face to convey a range of emotions