ROUND 6: Literature - Canadian Poets and Poetry
ROUND 6: Literature - Canadian Poets and Poetry
1. Born into a wealthy and cultured Westmount family, this writer is also
well known as a singer.
A. Leonard Cohen
2. This Yukon balladeer penned "The Cremation of Sam McGee."
A. Robert Service
3. This writers first book of poetry, "The Circle Game," won a Governor
Generals Award in 1966.
A. Margaret Atwood
4. His poem "David," about a tragic climbing accident, provokes reflection
and discussion on the morality of euthanasia.
A. Earle Birney
5. Better known as a novelist, he has produced several books of poetry,
including "The Collected Works of Billy the Kid" and "The Man with Seven Toes."
A. Michael Ondaatje
6. Her debut novel "Fugitive Pieces" won a Trillium Award and widespread critical acclaim.
A. Anne Michaels
7. Also popular as a performer, this poet was born near Brantford in 1861.
Her racial heritage was central to her work and to her success.
A. Pauline Johnson
8. Although he also writes for an adult audience, this author of "Alligator Pie"
is often thought of as a childrens poet.
A. Dennis Lee
9. This Vancouver poet is best known for her novel "Obasan."
A. Joy Kogawa
10. She is the author of both poetry and novels, including
"By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept."
A. Elizabeth Smart