Communication Professor Reacts to I Have a Dream Speech by Martin Luther King, Jr.

The video analyzes Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech, focusing on its powerful rhetoric and lasting impact. The teacher highlights MLK's use of passion, clear thesis, vivid imagery, and rhetorical techniques like repetition and alliteration. The speech's emotional power and its call for equality and justice are emphasized, showcasing why it remains a significant piece of American history.

What is the main focus of the introduction to the 'I Have a Dream' speech?

• To compare it with other famous speeches

• To discuss the political context of the speech

• To highlight the significance of the speech and outline the plan for analysis

• To provide a detailed history of Martin Luther King Jr.

What is the central theme of the 'I Have a Dream' speech?

• Political reform

• Technological advancement

• Economic prosperity

• Equality and justice

How does Martin Luther King Jr. use the word 'dream' in his speech?

• As a powerful vision for the future

• As a simple idea

• As a historical reference

• As a metaphor for a nightmare

What rhetorical technique does King use by repeating 'I have a dream' multiple times?

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

• Repetition

• Irony

Which of the following is NOT a technique used by King in his speech?

• Rhyming

• Parallel structure

• Imagery

• Alliteration

What effect does King's use of alliteration have on his speech?

• It makes the speech sound more casual

• It adds a sense of rhythm and legitimacy

• It shortens the speech

• It confuses the audience

Why is it difficult to imitate speakers like Martin Luther King Jr.?

• Because of their powerful rhetorical techniques

• Due to their historical context

• Due to their use of complex vocabulary

• Because of their unique voice