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John Lyons poetry: reading
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Which of the following is found in the Caribbean's natural environment?
heavy snowfall in winter months
vast desert landscapes
dense tropical rainforests ✓
icebergs and crevasses
What makes Caribbean sunsets particularly stunning?
the consistent presence of heavy fog
the unique occurrence of northern lights
the reflection of city lights on the horizon
the colourful hues spread over the ocean ✓
Which artistic elements are commonly depicted in John Lyons' illustrations to represent the Caribbean?
snow-capped mountains and glaciers
vast stretches of arid deserts
lush tropical landscapes, palm trees and vibrant flora ✓
northern lights and polar wildlife
True or false? Reciting a poem rapidly without pauses is good in a poetry performance.
True
False ✓
Which of the following elements is John Lyons likely to illustrate in his poems?
flowers ✓
animals ✓
icebergs
carnival ✓
Match the themes to the titles of Lyons' poems.
family and relationships
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Granny's Sugarcake ✓
nature and animals
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Happy Hummingbird Food ✓
animals and humour
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Tadpole Comets ✓
weather and nature
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Dancing in the Rain ✓
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