Now that you've read and listened to Marshall Davis Jones' poem, watch the video below and note the differences between the three modes of poetry. How does watching his performance change your overall impression of the poem? What choices does he make visually that cannot be expressed through the written and audio version? After observing these distinct forms of poetry, why do you think slam is best observed visually? On the Extras page, you'll find different videos of slam poetry that utilize the main strategies for this genre!