In this statement, King employs ethos. By saying he gained satisfaction from being considered an extremist, he establishes his credibility and moral standing in the context of the civil rights movement, showing that he is willing to embrace a label that signifies his commitment to justice and equality, even if it is viewed negatively by some.
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LETTER FROM BIRMINGHAM JAIL
Credit Line: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” April 16, 1963. The Estate of Martin Luther King, Jr.
King says, “But as I continued to think about the matter, I gradually gained a bit of satisfaction from being considered an extremist.” Which rhetorical strategy does King employ with this statement?
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tone
tone
ethos
ethos
logos
logos
pathos
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