Alicia Ostriker "Ghazal: America the Beautiful"

The video explores the Persian poetry form, ghazal, and its structure of couplets. It reflects on childhood memories of learning patriotic songs and the Pledge of Allegiance in America. The narrative delves into the complexities and divisions within American society, touching on themes of money, power, and identity. Despite these challenges, there remains a hopeful vision for America's future, imagining a land of unity and prosperity.

What is the 'hustle' as mentioned in the video?

• A type of dance

• A musical instrument

• A Persian poetry form

• A historical event

What did students feel when they sang patriotic songs in first grade?

• Bored

• Proud

• Indifferent

• Confused

What societal norms were taught during school days?

• How to invest

• How to cook

• How to behave

• How to travel

What divides the nation according to the video?

• Geography

• Language

• Money and power

• Technology

What is the hopeful vision of America described in the video?

• A land with no mountains

• A land with no homeless

• A land with no forests

• A land with no rivers