Background
Obama gave this speech when he was running for…
What is President Of The United States
What rhetorical appeal was used in this excerpt from Obamas speech?
“This was one of the tasks we set forth at the beginning of this presidential campaign to continue the long march of those who came before us, a march for a more just, more equal, more free, more caring and more prosperous America. I chose to run for president at this moment in history because I believe deeply that we cannot solve the challenges of our time unless we solve them together, unless we perfect our union by understanding that we may have different stories, but we hold common hopes; that we may not look the same and we may not have come from the same place, but we all want to move in the same direction toward a better future for our children and our grandchildren.”
What is Pathos
Explain Why
If you could create a perfect union, what would it look like?
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What are the names of Obamas two daughters?
What is Malia and Sasha Obama
Obama delivered his speech, “A More Perfect Union” on…
What is March 18th, 2008
What rhetorical device is used in this part of Obamas speech?
“a more just, more equal, more free, more caring and more prosperous America.”
What piece from the excerpt stood out to you the most?
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This was one of the tasks we set forth at the beginning of this presidential campaign to continue the long march of those who came before us, a march for a more just, more equal, more free, more caring and more prosperous America. I chose to run for president at this moment in history because I believe deeply
that we cannot solve the challenges of our time unless we solve them together, unless we perfect our union by understanding that we may have different stories, but we hold common hopes; that we may not look the same and we may not have come from the same place, but we all want to move in the same direction toward a better future for our children and our grandchildren.”
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What number President was Barack Obama?
What is the 44th
Why did Barack Obama give the speech "A More Perfect Union?"
What is to address racial issues and promote unity in the United States of America?
Who was Obamas Audience? Who was he speaking to?
What is Voters in 2008, future generations, everyday Americans, Americans concerned about race
Do you believe that America is closer to being a more perfect Union? Why or why not?
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Where was Obama born?
What is Hawaii
The phrase, “ A More Perfect Union” comes from…
What is the preamble to the U.S Constitution
“We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence , promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.”
When Obama says “a part of our union that we have not yet made perfect,” what device is that?
What is Allusion
He’s referring to the U.S Constitution’s phrase “a more perfect union”.
Allusion - an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference.
What was the overall message of Obamas speech?
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The message highlights the need for unity and collective effort to tackle the nation's challenges, building on the legacy of those who fought for justice and equality. It underscores that, regardless of diverse backgrounds, everyone shares the common goal of a better future. Ultimately, it calls for collaboration to create a more equitable and prosperous America for future generations.
What prestigious award did Obama win in 2009?
What is The Nobel Peace Prize
Obama gave this speech in ______, the same place where the U.S Constitution was signed.
What is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What rhetorical appeal is used when Obama talks about issues like health care, education, and jobs?
What is Logos
He uses logic to show that division keeps America from solving real problems.
In Obamas speech he says, "challenges of our time", meaning challenges in 2008. What are some "challenges of our time" today?
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Who did Obama run against in 2008?
What is John McCain