Question

read the excerpt from martin luther king jr.s \i have a dream\ speech.
we must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline. 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.
kings use of repetition in the excerpt stresses his
○ desire for political power.
○ deep religious faith.
○ plea for peaceful action.
○ physical strength.

Explanation:

In the excerpt, King emphasizes conducting the struggle with dignity and discipline, not letting protest turn to violence, and meeting physical force with soul force. This shows a plea for peaceful action rather than a desire for political power (no mention of political positions), a deep religious faith (no religious - specific terms like God, prayer etc. in this context), or physical strength (opposes physical violence).

Answer:

plea for peaceful action.