We+Are+More

**Assignment: Describe what the poem means to you. Discuss the use of metaphor to create analogies in the mind of the listener. How does the impact of this poem change when you hear it as apposed to reading it? Use specific examples from the text.**

=I can deffinatly relate to this poem. I am very proud to be a Canadian, but I think the stereotypes are ridiculous. The way he voiced his opinion in the poem really made me think. Growing up in Canada, I am very proud of this country and you can tell he is too. Every metaphor he used made me think of images in my mind. " More than hills to ski Or countryside ponds to skate " really gets into detail of description. The way he reads it has so much more emotion and rythym. The tone of his voice, you can tell how much feeling he's put in the poem. "So don't let your luggage define your travels Each life unravels differently And experiences are what make up The colours of our tapestry. We are the true North Strong and free"=

Good use of quotes to support your ideas! 10/12 = =