Question

9 king says the now - famous phrase. what is the main reason he does mentions his own family members. a to cause white audience members to feel guilty for treating his child b to have a reason for his children to attend the speech c to show everyone how successful he was in raising his own children d to appeal to his audience members as a fellow parent and think of 10 the image of the \the valley\ is used to represent which of the a difficult times b peaceful c the future d justice a 11 which words best contribute to kings tone in the selection? a happy and marvelous b americ c freedom and justice d alabam 12 with which statement would dr. king most likely agree? a freedom and equality should be achieved by any means. b americans should be divided by race. c every american deserves to have equal rights. d all racist people should be put in jail. short answer: answer each question. 13 name two ways king is persuasive in his speech. 14 why do you think this speech is so famous?

Explanation:

• Question 13: Martin Luther King Jr. often used powerful rhetorical devices such as repetition (e.g., "I have a dream" repeated multiple times in his I Have a Dream speech) to emphasize his points and create a rhythmic, memorable flow. He also appealed to emotions by sharing personal stories and painting vivid pictures of a better future (e.g., describing a world where his children would not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character), which made his message relatable and compelling.
• Question 14: His speeches are famous because they addressed the core issues of racial inequality and the pursuit of justice in a deeply divided America. They combined moral clarity (rooted in Christian teachings and the ideals of the American founding documents like the Declaration of Independence) with a visionary outlook. His use of inclusive language (e.g., "we" referring to all Americans, not just Black Americans) and his non - violent stance offered a path forward that was both inspiring and practical in the context of the civil rights movement. His speeches became a rallying cry for a generation fighting for change and have endured as powerful statements of the human spirit's quest for equality.

Answer:

• 13. King is persuasive in his speech by using repetition (to emphasize key ideas) and emotional appeals (by sharing personal and relatable stories about a better future).
• 14. This speech is famous because it addresses racial inequality with moral clarity, offers a visionary and inclusive path to justice, and combines practical ideals with an inspiring non - violent stance that resonated with a nation (and world) seeking change.