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UK Poetry Prizes: Embracing Spoken Word Artists

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What does the introduction of a category for spoken word artists signal?

A move away from live performances

Recognition of the value of spoken word artists (correct)

An attempt to exclude powerful voices

A rejection of traditional poetry

How has the poetry establishment traditionally viewed spoken word artists?

As valuable contributors

As a cuckoo in its nest (correct)

As fully fledged skylarks

As irrelevant to the art form

What impact has the prejudice against spoken word artists had on poetry?

Increased popularity of poetry

Exclusion of powerful voices (correct)

Diversification of poetic styles

Enhanced recognition of traditional poetry

What do the Forward prizes and TS Eliot awards demonstrate about poetry's relevance?

They prove that poetry still matters Signup and view all the answers

What has seemed ironic in the context of the Forward prizes and TS Eliot awards?

The lack of room for culture-shifting polemics Signup and view all the answers

What is Peter Westbrook known for?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How many athletes has Peter Westbrook's foundation sent to the Olympic Games since 2000?

16 Signup and view all the answers

What achievement did two athletes secure at the Beijing Olympics in 2008?

Silver medals Signup and view all the answers

What is the graduation rate of the fencing program associated with Peter Westbrook's foundation?

100% Signup and view all the answers

How many students are currently enrolled in the fencing program associated with Peter Westbrook's foundation?

104 Signup and view all the answers