Forum Survey: The Decline of the Poet Laureate
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Poet Laureate Selection: Which of the following might be the best method for choosing the next Poet Laureate of the United States? Created with PollMaker |
Samples of poetry written by the five Poet Laureates in Survey Question 2 can be found at Hooplaha: http://www.hooplaha.com/5-great-poems-by-us-poet-laureates-2078248479.html
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The Poet Laureates Reassessed: In your opinion, which of the five Poet Laureates listed below is in the same league as former Poet Laureates Robert Frost and Robert Penn Warren? Created with PollMaker |
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Poet Laureate’s Impact: How would you characterize the contribution of the Poet Laureate to the creation and appreciation of poetry today? Created with PollMaker |
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Poet Laureate’s Popularity: How much weight should be given to a prospective Poet Laureate’s fame and/or popularity in the selection process? Created with PollMaker |
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Poet Laureate’s Credentials: Should a prospective Poet Laureate’s academic background, awards received, etc. be considered in the selection process? Created with PollMaker |
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Poet Laureate Sponsors: Should politicians, special interest groups, professional colleagues, and other friends of a given Poet Laureate candidate be allowed to influence the selection process? Created with PollMaker |