Person Poem
Poetry Description:
A person
Poem is a ten-line poem that describes the personality of an individual. It
follows a form, but still allows freedom. Each line may be adapted according to
taste
Applications for History Class:
This poem is good for describing a historical
figure (biography).
Directions:
Line 1 Names
the person
Line 2 Describes
the person using 4 adjectives
Line 3 The
third line begins with ÒFriend of...Ó then lists 3 nouns
that have a
special relationship with the person.
Line 4 Begins
with ÒLover of....Ó then lists 3 objects, activities
or other nouns.
Line 5 Begins
with ÒWho feels...Ó then lists 3 emotions or one
strongly felt belief.
Line 6 Begins
with ÒWho needs...Ó then lists 3 needs of the
individuals.
Line 7 Begins
with ÒWho gives...Ó then lists something(s) that
is given to others by
the individual.
Line 8 Begins
with ÒWho fears...Ó then gives a phrase explaining
a fear or a list of
several fears.
Line 9 Begins
with ÒWho would like to ....Ó then gives a
phrase
explaining a dream or goal.
Line 10 Gives
a word or phrase describing the person, preferably
using a metaphor or comparison
to an object or idea.
Sample:
Moses
Religious, determined, Hebrew, ex-slave,
Friend of slaves, animals, children
,
Lover of freedom, hard work, God,
Who feels happiness, anger, sadness,
Who needs friends, family, God,
Who gives advice, encouragement, miracles,
Who fears slavery, ignorance, failure
,
Who would like to lead his people out of Egypt
,
A leader of Hebrews.