Question

read the paragraph.
(1) dr. martin luther king jr. uses repetition to give his speech rhythm and momentum. (2) \let freedom ring\ is a phrase which is used many times in his speech. (3) \let freedom ring\ is a phrase that leads to an exciting conclusion.
which revision combines sentence 2 and sentence 3 most effectively?
○ many times the phrase \let freedom ring\ is used in his speech because it is an exciting conclusion.
○ many times the phrase \let freedom ring\ is used to lead to an exciting conclusion.
○ \let freedom ring\ is a phrase, and it is used to lead to an exciting conclusion many times.
○ \let freedom ring\ is a phrase that is used many times to lead to an exciting conclusion.

Explanation:

To combine sentences 2 and 3 effectively, we need to convey both that the phrase "Let freedom ring" is used many times and that it leads to an exciting conclusion, with clear and concise wording. Let's analyze each option:

• First option: Introduces an illogical "because" (the phrase isn't used many times because it's an exciting conclusion, but rather it's used many times and also leads to an exciting conclusion).
• Second option: The wording "used to lead" is awkward and doesn't clearly connect the frequency of use (from sentence 2) with the purpose (from sentence 3).
• Third option: The structure ("and it is used... many times") places the frequency of use at the end, which is less clear and disrupts the flow.
• Fourth option: Clearly states that "Let freedom ring" is a phrase that is used many times (addressing sentence 2) and that it is used to lead to an exciting conclusion (addressing sentence 3), with a smooth, logical structure.

Answer:

D. "Let freedom ring" is a phrase that is used many times to lead to an exciting conclusion. (Note: Assuming the last option is D; if the options are labeled differently, adjust the identifier, but the text of the option is as above.)