Rhetorical Devices
Background Facts
Vocabulary
The Speech
The Speech II
100
Using the same words repeatedly to make a point
What is repetition
100
Name of US document Dr. King references
Declaration of Independance
100
I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its CREED: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal." Define CREED
A beleif or set of values
100
In front of which building in Washington, D.C., did Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., deliver his “I Have a Dream” speech in August 1963?
Lincoln Memorial
100
Which of the following best states Dr. King’s persuasive purpose in “I Have a Dream”? A. He wants everyone in his audience to register to vote. B. He wants Americans to appreciate their heritage more. C. He wants to challenge his audience to improve the civil rights of all Americans. D. He wants America to apologize for the evils of slavery.
C
200
Repeating the same idea in different words
restatement
200
Which past president does Dr. King allude to through his document and opening of the speech?
Abraham Lincoln
200
We must not allow our creative protest to DEGENERATE into physical violence. Again and again, we must rise to the majestic heights of meeting physical force with soul force. Define DEGENERATE
to break down
200
Why do you think Dr. King refers to the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence in his speech?
He wants to stress that all Americans are guaranteed certain rights.
200
Which of the following best identifies the “dream” Dr. King expresses in his speech? Everyone has the right to vote OR Liberty and justice for all Americans
Liberty and Justice for All Americans
300
Repeating a grammatical structure or rhythm of words to create rhythm and momentum
What is parallelism?
300
Dr. King describes the broken promises toward blacks using what metaphor?
A bad check
300
This is no time to ENGAGE in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism. Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy. Define ENGAGE
participate or become involved in.
300
In his speech, which does Dr. King state as a reminder to his own people? To march with anger a rage, or with dignity and discipline.
dignity and discipline
300
The ending of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech evokes a strong feeling of which of the following? A. hope and optimism B. fear and isolation C. joy and doubt D. anger and disappointment
Hope and Optimism
400
This is drawing a comparison between two unlike things
What is Metaphor?
400
Why does Dr. King reference Lincoln?
He uses ethos to establish trust & credibility
400
And those who hope that the Negro needed to blow off steam and will now be content will have a rude AWAKENING if the nation returns to business as usual. Define AWAKENING
an act or moment of becoming suddenly aware of something
400
When Dr. King tells his audience, “Let us not wallow in the valley of despair,” what is he urging them to do?
He wants them to feel hope that the present situation will change.
400
In August 1963, in which of the following cities did Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., deliver his “I Have a Dream” speech? A. New York, New York B. Atlanta, Georgia C. Chicago, Illinois D. Washington, D.C.
D. Washington DC
500
Ethos, Pathos, and Logos are examples of what?
Rhetorical devices
500
Describe why this is a monumentous event
# of people, blacks speaking out against white america, jim crow, televised, ect
500
This note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the "unalienable Rights" of "Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." It is obvious today that America has DEFAULTED on this promissory note, insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. Define DEFAULTED
to not pay a debt or not honor an agreement/vow/law/promise
500
What does Dr. King mean when he says that one day “the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight”?
Racial discrimination and injustice will end.
500
Dr. King's mention of his children utilizes which rhetorical technique? Ethos, Pathos, or Logos
Pathos
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