[3] But one hundred years later, the Negro still is not free. One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is

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still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination.
[...]
[17] And so even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream
deeply rooted in the American dream.
[18] I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: “We
hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.”
[...]
[41] And when this happens, when we allow freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every village and
every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s
children, black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles,6 Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join
hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual:
[42] Free at last! Free at last!
[43] Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!

6 Gentiles (JEHN tylz) people who are not Jewish; often refers to Christians.

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Multiple Choice
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Question at position 1

In paragraph 17, what is the significance of Dr. King’s quote “a dream deeply rooted in the
American dream”?

In paragraph 17, what is the significance of Dr. King’s quote “a dream deeply rooted in the
American dream”?

His dream is separate from traditional American values.

His dream contradicts the ideals of the American founders.

His dream is about personal success rather than social change.

His dream aligns with the core principles of equality and opportunity in America.

Question at position 2
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Multiple Choice
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Question at position 2

In paragraph 18, Dr. King quotes the Declaration of Independence to remind the audience of
the founding principles of ___________________.

In paragraph 18, Dr. King quotes the Declaration of Independence to remind the audience of
the founding principles of ___________________.

discrimination

The Constitution

equality

oppression

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Multiple Choice
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Question at position 3

Read the quotation from paragraph 3.

...the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the
manacles of segregation and the chains of
discrimination.

What is the effect of the author's word choice?

Read the quotation from paragraph 3.

...the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the
manacles of segregation and the chains of
discrimination.

What is the effect of the author's word choice?

It creates a hopeful tone about overcoming struggles.

It compares racial injustice to physical imprisonment.

It suggests that segregation is no longer a major issue.

It downplays the seriousness of racial discrimination.

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Multiple Choice
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Question at position 4

Which of the following is the best summary of the excerpt?

Which of the following is the best summary of the excerpt?

Dr. King argues that African Americans have already achieved equality and should be
satisfied with the progress made. He emphasizes the success of the civil rights movement
and urges patience.

Dr. King acknowledges the ongoing oppression of African Americans and calls for
immediate action. He envisions a future where all people, regardless of race or religion, are
treated as equals and live in harmony.

Dr. King praises the government for its role in eliminating discrimination and segregation.
He encourages people to celebrate the progress made rather than push for further change.

Dr. King focuses solely on the past struggles of African Americans, without offering a vision
for the future. He warns that equality is impossible to achieve.

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Multiple Answer
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Question at position 5

Read this quotation from paragraph 41.

...when we allow freedom to ring.
The author's use of figurative language contributes to the meaning of the excerpt by –

Select TWO correct answers.

Read this quotation from paragraph 41.

...when we allow freedom to ring.
The author's use of figurative language contributes to the meaning of the excerpt by –

Select TWO correct answers.

implying that freedom is only meant for certain groups.

comparing freedom to a sound spreading across the nation.

suggesting that freedom is something that can be physically heard.

indicating that freedom is a temporary state.

conveying the idea that freedom should be widespread.

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions based on the provided excerpts:

Question 1 In paragraph 17, what is the significance of Dr. King's quote "a dream deeply rooted in the American dream"?

• His dream aligns with the core principles of equality and opportunity in America.

Question 2 In paragraph 18, Dr. King quotes the Declaration of Independence to remind the audience of the founding principles of ___________________.

• equality

Question 3 What is the effect of the author's word choice in the quotation about the life of the Negro being "crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination"?

• It compares racial injustice to physical imprisonment.

Question 4 Which of the following is the best summary of the excerpt?

• Dr. King acknowledges the ongoing oppression of African Americans and calls for immediate action. He envisions a future where all people, regardless of race or religion, are treated as equals and live in harmony.

Question 5 Read this quotation from paragraph 41: "...when we allow freedom to ring." The author's use of figurative language contributes to the meaning of the excerpt by – (Select TWO correct answers.)

• comparing freedom to a sound spreading across the nation.
• conveying the idea that freedom should be widespread.

These selections reflect Dr. King’s intentions and rhetorical strategies as presented in the text.