Students' Metaphors for Poetry

"Poetry is dark chocolate. People who do not know how to appreciate dark chocolate often think it is very bitter but those who appreciate it enjoy its sweetness." ~ Shandy Tan

A poem is a big mirror. It is where you can do some soul-searching and self-reflection. ~ Janice Chan

A poem is an unsolved riddle. It takes a lot of perseverance to understand a profound poem. ~ Jeannette Chong

Poetry is a drug. I chose this metaphor as poetry can be highly addictive and can make a person very happy. It could even save a person’s life. ~ Benjamin Quek

A poem is a lighted bulb in a room. It gives me hope. ~ Tan Kah Xuan