Letter from Birmingham Jail

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'the radiant stars of love and brotherhood'?

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Metaphor

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What does history show about people's willingness to give up power, according to Martin Luther King Jr.?

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People don't like to give up their power.

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What is the purpose of non-violent direct action as described by King?

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To force people who refuse to negotiate to confront the issue.

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Why was Martin Luther King Jr. in Birmingham?

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He was invited to help fight the segregation there.

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To whom is the 'Letter from Birmingham Jail' addressed?

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Ministers who criticized King's efforts.

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What is the significance of non-violent protest in the civil rights movement?

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It aims to create tension that forces negotiation and change.

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How does King justify breaking unjust laws?

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He believes that one has a moral responsibility to disobey unjust laws.

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What role does love play in King's philosophy as expressed in the letter?

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Love is a powerful force for social change and reconciliation.

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What is the main argument King makes about the timing of civil rights actions?

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'Wait' has almost always meant 'Never' in the context of civil rights.

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What does King mean by 'creative tension'?

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A necessary conflict that brings issues to the forefront for resolution.