Brooke BoermeesterHi Delenny,I really liked your post! You were able to outline well the unique qualities of hip hop, like rhythm, rhyme and refrain. I agree that Rakim…1 min read·Apr 23, 2021----
Brooke BoermeesterHi Gina,Great job outlining the major points of hip hop's origins and major components. I would agree with you that many people do not appreciate…1 min read·Apr 23, 2021----
Brooke BoermeesterEcho & FlowHip hop has evolved from spoken poetic performers to become one of the most widely enjoyed music genres of today. However, it is not…2 min read·Apr 18, 2021--1--1
Brooke BoermeesterHi Gina,Great job summing up the origins of the Blues form and spelling out the rhyming scheme! I'd agree with you that the poem "Oakland Blues"…1 min read·Apr 16, 2021----
Brooke BoermeesterHi Makenna,I liked your interpretation of the poem Oakland Blues! I would agree that many tend to turn to alcohol in times of sorrow, and the…1 min read·Apr 16, 2021----
Brooke BoermeesterRed, White and BluesThe blues is an American tradition rooted in musical performances and oral improvisation. The traditional lyrical stanza for the blues…2 min read·Apr 10, 2021--1--1
Brooke BoermeesterHi Tori,Great job summing up the sonnet's history and rhyming scheme. Your analysis clearly identifies the main characteristics of the form in a…1 min read·Apr 1, 2021----
Brooke BoermeesterHi Alexnadra,I agree that the sonnet's various rhyming schemes allow the poet's creativity to flourish. The poem in particular that you chose to analyze…1 min read·Apr 1, 2021----
Brooke BoermeesterSonnet- cell or sanctuary?The sonnet form has origins from a multitude of backgrounds, taking new shape with each interpretation. However, its creation can be…2 min read·Mar 28, 2021--2--2