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The Bedouins of ancient Arabia and Persia made poetry a conversational art form. Several poetic forms developed from the participatory nature of tribal poetry. Today in most Arabic cultures, you may still experience public storytelling and spontaneous poetry challenges in the streets. The art of turning a rhyme into sly verbal sparring is considered a mark of intelligence and a badge of honor. Students will learn about the origins and structure of Arabic Poetry.
- Material Type:
- Activity/Lab
- Lesson Plan
- Reading
- Provider:
- National Endowment for the Humanities
- Provider Set:
- EDSITEment!
- Author:
- Individual Authors
- Date Added:
- 12/05/2011