What are "Question" Poems?

Question poems consist of a list of questions that may or may not have answers. Sometimes the questions are serious, and sometimes they are silly. It is usually a poem about wondering.

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This is a question poem that wonders about how to achieve happiness. The author wonders if there is any way to feel better.

Is there a way out?

By Jenni Glennen

Is there a way out?

Is there a way out of this place?

Is there a way out of this pain?

Is there a way to a better life?

Is there a way to be happy?

How can I achieve it?

Now - Create your own question poem!

Directions:

1. Decide on an interesting topic/theme for your poem. Your question poem will wonder about… ___________________________________.

This is your poem title!

Hint: You may start your title with: why, how, does, when, where, or any key word that questions.

2. Ask questions that relate to your topic and which capture the reader’s attention. These should make you think!

3. Ask your self – “Are my questions clear?” “Do they make the reader think about my topic?” “Do they vary in scope?” “Are they complex?”

4. Type and add your poem to your presentation.

Requirements:

*Poem has title question

*Minimum of 6 sentences/questions

*Appropriate graphics that match theme

*Poem questions are all different

*No misspellings! No fragments!

Note: This poem does not have to rhyme! It just has to have thoughtful questions.

Topic Examples:

What is the meaning of life? –

Should everyone recycle? –

When will my parents grow up? –

Can people stay married? –

Do animals think? –

Will I find love?