"I Have a Dream" Speech Flashcard

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What advice does Dr. King offer to those unjustly imprisoned?

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Return home and continue to work for justice.

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What does Dr. King believe about the struggle for justice?

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The struggle must continue.

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What does Dr. King establish by linking his speech to the Emancipation Proclamation?

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His ethos or ethical appeal.

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What does the image of 'the valley' represent in Dr. King's speech?

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Bad times.

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What does 'redemptive' mean in the context of Dr. King's speech?

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Acting to save someone from error or evil.

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What is the main theme of the 'I Have a Dream' speech?

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The pursuit of equality and justice for all.

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How does Dr. King use biblical language in his speech?

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To remind listeners of his authority as a minister and to connect with their faith.

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What historical document does Dr. King reference in his speech?

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The Emancipation Proclamation.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'I have a dream'?

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It symbolizes hope and the vision for a better future.

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What does Dr. King mean by 'unearned suffering'?

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Suffering that is not deserved and can lead to redemption.