What is the best definition of 'redemptive'?

Leading to freedom or salvation

Which sentence uses the word 'idly' correctly?

He idly watched the clouds drift by, doing nothing in particular.

She idly completed her homework with great focus.

The idly car sped down the highway.

Choose the sentence that best uses 'tribulations' in context.

She faced many tribulations during her journey, but never gave up.

The tribulations of the festival were exciting.

He tribulations his homework every night.

Tribulations are always fun to experience.

Which of the following sentences uses 'complacency' correctly?

His complacency led him to stop working hard, even though he could improve.

She showed complacency by studying all night.

Complacency made her more ambitious.

The complacency of the storm was frightening.

If a society is experiencing 'stagnation,' what is most likely happening?

No significant growth or change

Compare the themes of 'oppression' and 'prosperity.' Which statement best explains how these themes are related in literature?

Oppression often prevents prosperity, and overcoming oppression can lead to prosperity.

Prosperity is usually the result of oppression.

Oppression and prosperity often occur together without conflict.

Prosperity and oppression are unrelated.

How might 'yearning' for freedom influence a character's actions in a story about oppression?

The character might work towards change or escape.

The character might become complacent.

The character might accept their situation.

The character might ignore their feelings.

In a text, if a community is described as 'exalted' after overcoming 'tribulations,' what does this reveal about the community's journey?

They achieved honor and respect through overcoming hardships.

They suffered without improvement.

Repeating a grammatical form or the way phrases are worded such as 'manacles of segregation' and 'chains of discrimination' is an example of what rhetorical device?

parallel structure (parallelism)

Why is the location of King's famous 'I Have a Dream' speech significant?

Lincoln is referenced in the speech, and he is a hero to the African-Americans in the crowd.

The Washington Mall has plenty of room for everyone there.

It was convenient, but not necessarily significant in any way.

The steps provided a natural platform, so he could be seen by the crowd.

In the context of rhetorical devices, what is the primary purpose of using ethos?

To establish the speaker's credibility

To appeal to the audience's emotions

What is the basis for King’s argument against the idea that he is an outsider who came to Birmingham?

He has organizational ties in Birmingham.

He has many relatives in Birmingham.

He went to college in Birmingham.

Why does King compare himself to early Christian prophets?

Because they did not submit to unjust laws.

Because they did not negotiate with enemies.

Because they died fighting for their cause?

Because they believed in civil disobedience.

What does King mean when he says in lines 37-38, 'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere'?

Everyone is affected when one person is hurt.

All citizens are equally threatened by justice.

All laws are unfair and should be ignored.

According to King, the purpose of direct nonviolent action is to

Create tension so that people must confront an issue.

End the bombings of homes and churches.

Halt the activities of both merchants and consumers.

Draw the sympathy of the religious community and moderate whites.

King states that there are two types of laws: Just and unjust. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a 'just' law?

is out of harmony with the moral law.

a majority compels a minority to follow and that is willing to follow itself.

man-made code that squares with the moral law or the law of God

What statement best describes Dr. King’s purpose in writing the letter?

Dr. King responded to the criticism he received from people by addressing each of their claims.

Dr. King criticized white Americans who were supportive of his cause but were fearful of the Klan’s terrorism

Dr. King hoped to explain why the discrimination of African Americans is immoral

Dr. King attempts to encourage all Americans to end racism by joining the cause

Dr. King sought to respond to the criticism he received from people that he considered to be colleagues by methodically addressing each of their claims.

The presence of injustice necessitates a nonviolent response to repair the harms of prejudice & discrimination

Peace will only be achieved after white supremacists are transformed by the white moderate.

The church’s role in the civil rights movement continues to create tension & alienate followers

It's more important to have a timely response to criticism & prejudice than to maintain moral integrity.

Final: Unit 3 intro to civil rights literature

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Which word is most similar in meaning to 'oppression'?

Liberation

Tyranny

Celebration

Freedom

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30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'hallowed' mean?

Ordinary

Broken

Sacred or holy

Forgotten

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an antonym for 'stagnation'?

Pause

Decline

Growth

Stillness

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of 'complacency'?

A feeling of contentment with no desire to improve

A strong desire for change

Deep sadness

Intense anger

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30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a synonym for 'yearning'?

Satisfaction

Longing

Anger

Boredom

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What does 'languished' mean?

Improved rapidly

Thrived

Celebrated

Suffered from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation

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Which word is most opposite in meaning to 'exalted'?

Praised

Elevated

Humiliated

Honored

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