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Out of 100 points
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➸ Emotional Resonance (30 points)
Emotional resonance refers to the ability of the poem to evoke feelings, emotions, and connections with readers. Judges will assess:
❃ Depth and authenticity of emotions expressed
❃ Empathy and relatability
❃ Ability to convey complex emotions through language and imagery
➸ Imagery and Language (20 points)
Imagery and language evaluate the poet's use of vivid descriptions, literary devices, and language precision. Judges will consider:
❃ Effective use of sensory details
❃ Clarity and concision of language
❃ Imagery and figurative language
➸ Adherence to Sub-Genre Themes (10 points)
Adherence to sub-genre themes evaluates how well the poem aligns with the Aurora or Noir sub-genre. Judges will consider:
❃ Relevance to the chosen sub-genre
❃ Effective exploration of sub-genre themes
➸ Form and Structure (15 points)
Form and structure assess the poet's use of various poetic forms, line breaks, and white space. Judges will evaluate:
❃ Effective use of poetic forms (e.g., sonnets, free verse)
❃ Pacing and flow of the poem
❃ Use of repetition, rhyme, or other sound devices
➸ Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling Accuracy (15 points)
Grammar, punctuation, and spelling accuracy assess the poet's attention to detail in language and formatting. Judges will evaluate:
❃ Correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling
❃ Consistency in formatting
➸ Originality and Creativity (10 points)
Originality and creativity evaluate the poet's unique perspectives, fresh ideas, and innovative approaches. Judges will consider:
❃ Risk-taking and experimentation
❃ Unique themes or perspectives
❃ Innovative use of language or form
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