RfK

What we need in the United States is not violence or lawlessness; but love and wisdom, and compassion toward one another. - RFK

• anaphora

• allusion

• antithesis

• metaphor

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

What rhetorical device is used in the sentence: 'What we need in the United States is not violence or lawlessness; but love and wisdom, and compassion toward one another.' - RFK

• anaphora

• allusion

• antithesis

• metaphor

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following best describes the tone of RFK's speech?

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Indifferent

• Sarcastic

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In RFK's speech, what is the primary purpose of using contrasting ideas?

• To confuse the audience

• To emphasize a point

• To entertain the audience

• To provide historical context

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the meaning of the word 'compassion' as used in RFK's speech?

• Sympathy

• Indifference

• Hostility

• Joy

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which literary device is used when RFK repeats the phrase 'What we need'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Anaphora

• Irony

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the effect of using the word 'lawlessness' in RFK's speech?

• To create a sense of order

• To highlight chaos

• To suggest peace

• To imply happiness

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does RFK suggest is necessary for the United States?

• Violence

• Lawlessness

• Love and wisdom

• Indifference

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following is a synonym for 'wisdom' as used in RFK's speech?

• Ignorance

• Knowledge

• Foolishness

• Confusion

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the primary theme of RFK's speech?

• War

• Peace and unity

• Economic growth

• Technological advancement

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3