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Translating and Creating Poetry

Categories: Activities. Tags: Chinese, culture, poetry and translation. Topics: English, Literacy and MFL.

This activity gives pupils an opportunity to think about the act of translation, focusing on language as well as meaning. They are supported through translating a 1,300 year-old poem by Li Bai, a famous Chinese poet. The poem, “Quiet Night Thoughts”, uses a simile and simple language to explore the feeling of loneliness when being away from home.

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