JFK Civil Rights Speech Vocabulary

Defiant (adj)

• A. Compliant
• B. Obedient
• C. Submissive
• D. Rebellious

Unequivocal (adj)

• A. Ambiguous
• B. Clear
• C. Vague
• D. Uncertain

Reprisal (n)

• A. Reward
• B. Punishment
• C. Compensation
• D. Forgiveness

Prudently (adv)

• A. Carelessly
• B. Slowly
• C. Recklessly
• D. Cautiously

Repressive (adj)

• A. Restrictive
• B. Liberal
• C. Progressive
• D. Permissive

Deplore (v)

• A. Celebrate
• B. Enjoy
• C. Applaud
• D. Disapprove of

Remedy (n/v)

• A. Problem
• B. Complication
• C. Solution
• D. Obstacle

Indignity (n)

• A. Honor
• B. Respect
• C. Dignity
• D. Insult

Tyranny (n)

• A. Freedom
• B. Oppression
• C. Justice
• D. Equality

Persecute (v)

• A. Protect
• B. Support
• C. Encourage
• D. Oppress