POV
What POV is Poet X written from?
First Person
Two students, Alex and Jamie, are competing for the same scholarship. Their rivalry escalates as they try to outdo each other in academics and extracurricular activities.
External
What happens when Xiomara is assaulted in the hallway by a male student?
She is hoping that Aman will defend her so she does not have to do it herself. When he does not she is upset and tells him to never talk to her again.
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Name an external conflict in The Poet X.
Xiomara and Mami with the poetry/ Xiomara and Aman because he did not defend her
A student named Mia describes her first day at a new school, sharing her feelings of nervousness and excitement.
Third person
What is a time when you felt torn between two choices.
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What is the major conflict between Mami and Xiomara?
Mami finds her journal and decides to burn it.
Use agitated in a sentence.
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Name an internal conflict in The Poet X.
Xiomara and poetry club/ Xiomara and her religion
Emma stared at her science project, her mind racing with doubts. She had worked so hard, but now that it was time to present, she felt her stomach twist in knots. What if her classmates laughed at her experiment?
Third Person
After years of saving money, John bought his dream home. It was a two-story beach house in a secluded area. John thought it was absolutely perfect, until he noticed the termites.
What type of conflict?
External/ Characters vs. Nature
What does Mami and Xiomara yell at each other while the journal is burning?
Mami is saying prayers and Xiomara is saying her poetry.
The dog looked remorseful after digging in the garden and making a mess.
What does remorseful mean?
Feeling sorry
Xiomara struggles with her identity, her feelings about her body, and her desire to express herself through poetry while facing self-doubt.
What type of conflict is this?
Internal
The narrator addresses the reader directly using "you." This POV creates an immersive experience, making readers feel like active participants.
Second Person
Nina Sayers struggles to maintain her sanity while going for the lead in a ballet production. As Sayers spirals out of control, her fears and anxieties make us, the viewer, question what is real.
What type of conflict?
Internal
How does Xiomara’s confidence in her poetry change in Part 3? What events contribute to this shift?
When Xiomara performs at the poetry slam, she experiences a pivotal moment of empowerment. The positive response from the audience boosts her self-esteem and helps her realize the impact of her words.
He put on a brave facade, even though he was nervous about his presentation.
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How does Xiomara’s struggle with her self-identity affect her poetry and her relationships with others?
Xiomara’s struggle with her identity shapes her poetry, allowing her to express her feelings and frustrations. This journey also impacts her relationships, particularly with her mother, leading to tension.
How does only knowing one characters thoughts and feelings change your perspective of the other characters?
Might seem confusing/might build suspense/ Misunderstanding/ Feel one sided
How do you think technology can create conflict in our lives? Can you give an example?
If it does not work/ Relationship building/Communication
In what ways does Xiomara’s voice evolve from the beginning of the story to the end? What key moments illustrate this change?
At the start, Xiomara feels silenced by her environment and her strict mother, societal expectations, and cultural pressures. She struggles to express her thoughts and emotions, often feeling unheard. By the end she starts to feel more confident when she does the poetry slam.
What does cathartic mean?
something that provides emotional release or relief, often through expressing strong feelings or experiencing intense emotions.
What challenges does Xiomara face in her romantic relationship, and how do they impact her sense of self?
Xiomara faces challenges in her romantic relationship, such as feeling vulnerable and worrying about what others think.