Ariel Francisco reads "Black Beans" by Sarah Kirsch

The video features a reading of Sarah Kirsch's poem 'Black Beans', translated by Wayne Kvam. It explores afternoon routines and reflections, touching on themes of war, daily rituals, and personal moments of self-care and silence.

Who translated the poem 'Black Beans' into English?

• Emily Dickinson

• John Doe

• Sarah Kirsch

• Wayne Kvam

What activity does the speaker engage in during the afternoons?

• Cooking

• Reading

• Painting

• Jogging

What does the speaker forget about in the afternoons?

• Their chores

• The weather

• Every war

• Their friends

What does the speaker do with coffee in the afternoons?

• Throws it away

• Sells it

• Grinds it

• Brews it

What personal routine does the speaker mention last?

• Reading a book

• Washing themselves

• Grinding coffee

• Singing