Argument Technique in Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" Speech

Question 1

What are examples of metaphors in this passage from King’s speech? Check all that apply.

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“desolate valley of segregation”; “sunlit path of racial justice”; “quicksands of racial injustice”; “solid rock of brotherhood”

Question 2

What is the effect of the metaphor "sunlit path of racial justice”?

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It conveys that an equal society is a more hopeful society.

Question 3

Read the passage, and then complete the statements.

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In this passage, King alludes to .: a song called "My Country, 'Tis of Thee"; King includes this allusion to help convey .: his dream of an equal society; This allusion supports King’s purpose of .: inspiring hope in people

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