Spoken Word Poetry Techniques

Brandon Brown discusses spoken word poetry for National Poetry Day, covering how to find inspiration, develop ideas into poems, and perform them. He emphasizes the importance of mind mapping, stream of consciousness, and word choice. He advises on finalizing poems and offers performance tips, stressing the need to speak slowly and enjoy the process.

What is the first step in creating a spoken word poem according to Brandon?

• Finding inspiration

• Writing a draft

• Performing the poem

• Editing the poem

What tool does Brandon suggest using to explore a topic?

• A journal

• A thesaurus

• A mind map

• A dictionary

What is the purpose of a stream of consciousness exercise?

• To edit the poem

• To perform the poem

• To memorize the poem

• To create a narrative flow

Which of the following is NOT a type of topic Brandon suggests for poetry?

• Mathematical equations

• Physical objects

• Issues

• Ideas

What does Brandon emphasize about the writing process?

• It should be quick

• It should focus on specificity

• It should be done in groups

• It should avoid personal topics

Why is word choice important in spoken word poetry?

• It helps with memorization

• It affects how the poem sounds when read aloud

• It makes the poem longer

• It simplifies the writing process

How does Brandon suggest determining if a poem is finished?

• When it rhymes perfectly

• When it feels right to you

• When it is exactly 100 words

• When it has been edited by a professional

What is a key tip for performing spoken word poetry?

• Avoid making eye contact

• Speak slowly and clearly

• Use a monotone voice

• Speak as quickly as possible

What is one benefit of reading your own poetry?

• You can avoid pauses

• You can perform it faster

• You know exactly how it should sound

• You can change the words as you go

What should be the primary focus when writing and performing poetry?

• Winning competitions

• Making it perfect

• Having fun

• Impressing others