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Five things to look out for when you read a poem

Dr James Williams details five things to look out for when reading a poem.

In this video, Dr James Williams details five things to look out for when reading a poem.

Which of the five things detailed in this video seems to be most important for reading poetry, and why? Let us know what you think in the comments below.

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Poetry: How to Read a Poem

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