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Gender, sexuality, and identity

In the last few weeks, we've been reading pieces that reflect gender, sexuality, and identity. Write 2-3 paragraphs reflecting on the following  questions. Refer to at least two of the poems or videos with direct quotes and specific examples to support your thoughts:

· How are the themes of sexuality and gender similar or different in these pieces?

· How do these works challenge the reader to see and feel the experiences that the writers are trying to portray?

· Does the style of the writing impact the reader in any way?

Here are two of the poems: (USE THIS 2)

1. David Lehman Read this  biographical information  and the poem “ When a Woman Loves a Man ”

2. Anne Sexton Read this  biographical information  and the poem “ Her Kind ”

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