If the poems you read as part of the curriculum at school made you think poetry is old-fashioned, has to use fancy language, must always rhyme or is simply out-dated, then you’ll be pleased to know it doesn’t have to do any of these things.
Here are four poets whose work will make you look at poetry in a different and more positive light.
Misha Collins
Fans of Misha Collins may know him as Castiel in the TV show Supernatural, but he has never hidden the fact that he also writes poetry. Last year, he released his first book, Some Things I Still Can’t Tell You. This contains many of his poems that are expressed as simple thoughts and experiences, making them easy to read.
Most are about his wife and are bittersweet because at the end of the book, he reveals that they have parted ways.
Tracy K Smith
Tracy was the winner of the Cave Canem prize for the best first book by an African American poet, with her 2003 collection, The Body’s Question.
Her poems cover important issues around race, family, transcending from childhood into adulthood and much more. Each is easy to understand and relate to, while at the same time, deeply personal.
Rupi Kaur
Rupi Kaur has connected with a large audience, partly because her collection, Milk and Honey, has been translated into 42 languages to reach readers throughout the world. Her universal themes of migration, healing, loss, grief and trauma are another reason for her success.
While more traditional poetry also talks about some of these subjects, Kaur’s work is brutally honest and hard-hitting in ways that wouldn’t have been acceptable in earlier poetry.
Mel Wardle Woodend
Mel was the poet Laureate of Staffordshire between 2019 and 2022. She has several published collections to her name. This includes two dyslexic-friendly books for children, making poetry more accessible to them.
She also has a collection called Just a Thought, which raises awareness of mental health issues. This topic was rarely discussed at school, so Mel’s work is progressive and inviting to those who may not tick the typical boxes of someone who enjoys poetry.
【小题1】In which book has the poet conveyed his/ her mixed feelings of pleasure and pain based on his/ her own personal experience?| A．Some Things I Still Can’t Tell You. | B．The Body’s Question. |
| C．Milk and Honey. | D．Just a Thought. |
| A．Themes of romance. | B．Conventional styles. |
| C．Narrative techniques. | D．Multi-language versions. |
| A．They are incomprehensible. | B．They are accessible. |
| C．They are personal. | D．They are rhyming. |
WHAT'S ON
Digital art class
Tap into the unlimited inspiration of the natural materials,colors and forms to be found in Museum Victoria’s diverse collection.
Whether you are a beginner,expert or somewhere in between,this creative studio class introduces digital art technologies and skills in a relaxed environment. Participants create extraordinary artworks working individually on iPads. Exploratory approaches allow participants to enjoy visual creativity, whatever their previous experience and level of skill in sketching, painting and digital design.
Digital Art Class takes place in Melbourne Museum’s Learning Lab Studio. Each month’s class is themed to explore a different aspect of Museums Victoria’s collections.
Classes have a maximum capacity of 16 participants and is suitable for teens 16+ and adults. Simply bring your creativity – all equipment is provided.
Museum entry is not included in your Digital Art Class ticket. If you would like to explore the Melbourne Museum before the class, please ensure you book a ticket.
WORKSHOP
TUESDAY 27 APRIL,11&25 MAY,8&22 JUNE
4PM-5.30PM
Adults and teens 16+
Adult $35
Privilege $32
Member $30
【小题1】Where is the digital art class?| A．In Museum Victoria. | B．In The British Museum. |
| C．In Victoria and Albert Museum. | D．In Melbourne Museum. |
| A．The class is intended for people of all ages. |
| B．You needn’t bring your iPad to attend the class. |
| C．Painting experience is needed for people to attend the class. |
| D．You can visit the museum with your class ticket. |
| A．A novel. | B．A newspaper. |
| C．A webpage. | D．A report. |
Welcome to your new job with us and we hope you have a happy and long career. To help you enjoy life more and create a good work life balance, we provide various benefits for you.
Cafeteria
The staff cafeteria provides subsidized (补助的) meals for breakfast or lunch. The cafeteria is open on weekdays from 6.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations are never necessary. Because of the prices, the cafeteria is always a lively place to go before work and in the middle of the working day.
Sport
If you’d like to use the gym, you need to take an introductory class. Every other Monday, we have a fitness instructor who will come to our gym and provide an introduction to any staff members who want to use it. We also have a company membership at the town golf club. Our staff have both playing and social membership access to the club.
Watching Football
The company funds our local football club. As a result of our sponsorship, we have a hospitality box (包厢) at all home games and employees can take advantage of this for themselves and their families. There are 20 places available every week. If you want to book some places (limited to three per employee), please contact Andrew Hudson. If there are places available on the morning of the game, you can get more than four places.
Social Trips
The company runs trips at weekends for staff. This might be to a local castle, theatre or museum. We usually lay on a coach for transport and pay for entry to the event. The trips are only for employees, but if there are places still available four days before the event, people may reserve places for friends and family. If the coach is not at least half booked by staff members four days before the event, the trip will be cancelled.
【小题1】What can we learn about the cafeteria?| A．It requires advance booking. |
| B．It serves people three meals a day. |
| C．It opens from Monday to Saturday. |
| D．It offers food to employees at a lower price. |
| A．Doing voluntary work. |
| B．Taking a special class. |
| C．Employing a fitness instructor. |
| D．Paying for company membership. |
| A．Job hunters. |
| B．Local officials. |
| C．New staff in this company. |
| D．Researchers on team sports. |
Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders, Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays.
Unique beachesYonaha Maehama Beach is the most famous beach in Miyako Island, where white sand stretches for seven kilometers. The ocean is colored in bright blue, attracting visitors with its beauty. Compact Sunayama Beach, known for its arch-shaped rock (拱形石), is well hidden in a small cove (小海湾), and is accessed by walking through a narrow tunnel (隧道) of trees.
Diverse and colorful fishSnorkeling (浮潜) is a must-try in Miyako Island. Dense coral reefs, schools of tropical (热带的) fish, sea turtles and plenty of space to free dive to depths of 8 to 15 meters close to the shore are standout features. For beginners, Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice, but advanced snorkelers may see Imgyo Marine Garden, Waiwai Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots.
Scuba divingMiyako Island is a popular diving place, with a wealth of dive sites to explore, including many underwater caves. Even those without a diving license need not be held back. Dive shops and tour operators also offer tours for beginners to explore Miyako Island’s rich underwater environment.
The bridgesIrabu Bridge is the longest toll-free bridge in Japan. It connects Miyako Island and Irabujima, stretching for 3540m, drawing a gentle curve. The length of the bridge can also be read as “sango no shi ma,” meaning coral island in Japanese. Smaller bridges connect Irabu and Shimoji islands, giving visitors additional beach options.
【小题1】If you want to see an arch-shaped rock, which beach will you choose?| A．Yonaha Maehama. | B．Compact Sunayama. | C．Waiwai. | D．Irabujima. |
| A．By walking through a tunnel. | B．By walking through caves. |
| C．By snorkeling. | D．By scuba diving. |
| A．It connects islands of Miyako and Shimoji. | B．It is the smallest toll-free bridge in Japan. |
| C．It connects islands of Miyako and Aragusuku. | D．It is the longest toll-free bridge in Japan. |
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