I Have a Dream Flashcard

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What is the significance of the phrase 'I say to you, my friends, we have the difficulties of today and tomorrow.' in Dr. King's speech?

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This phrase helps to establish a connection with the audience by acknowledging shared struggles and fostering a sense of unity.

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What analogy does Dr. King use to describe the unfulfilled promises of America?

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He compares the promises made in the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence to a 'check' that has come back marked 'insufficient funds', indicating that the promises have not been fulfilled.

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What is an idiom? Provide an example.

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. Example: 'rude awakening'.

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What is a metaphor? Provide an example from Dr. King's speech.

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'This sweltering summer of the Negro’s legitimate discontent will not pass until there is an invigorating autumn of freedom and equality'.

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What is academic language?

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Academic language refers to the formal language used in educational settings, characterized by complex vocabulary and structures.

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Identify a phrase that is NOT an idiom: 'dignity and discipline', 'rude awakening', 'business as usual', 'blow off steam'.

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'Dignity and discipline' is NOT an idiom; it is a straightforward phrase.

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What rhetorical device is used in the phrase 'the jangling discords of our nation'?

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This phrase uses alliteration, which is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

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What does the term 'promissory note' refer to in the context of Dr. King's speech?

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A promissory note refers to a written promise to pay a specified amount of money, symbolizing the unfulfilled promises of equality and justice.

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What is the purpose of using rhetorical devices in speeches?

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Rhetorical devices enhance the persuasiveness and emotional impact of a speech, helping to engage the audience.

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What does the term 'ghetto' signify in the context of academic language?

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'Ghetto' is considered informal and derogatory, thus it is NOT an example of academic language.