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This note was a promise that all men--yes, black men as well as white men--would be guaranteed the unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
What effect does Dr. King's allusion to the Declaration of Independence have on the speech?
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The allusion explains why Dr. King is making this speech.
The allusion explains why Dr. King is making this speech.
The allusion reminds the listener that enslaving another person is illegal.
The allusion reminds the listener that enslaving another person is illegal.
The allusion shows the listener that Dr. King understands the Declaration of Independence.
The allusion shows the listener that Dr. King understands the Declaration of Independence.
The allusion reminds the listener of the rights and beliefs that are the foundation of America.
What effect does Dr. King's allusion to the Declaration of Independence have on the speech?
Responses
The allusion explains why Dr. King is making this speech.
The allusion explains why Dr. King is making this speech.
The allusion reminds the listener that enslaving another person is illegal.
The allusion reminds the listener that enslaving another person is illegal.
The allusion shows the listener that Dr. King understands the Declaration of Independence.
The allusion shows the listener that Dr. King understands the Declaration of Independence.
The allusion reminds the listener of the rights and beliefs that are the foundation of America.
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The allusion reminds the listener of the rights and beliefs that are the foundation of America.
By referencing the Declaration of Independence, Dr. King emphasizes the idea that these fundamental rights should be afforded to all individuals, regardless of race. This connection not only strengthens his argument for civil rights but also appeals to the values that are deeply rooted in American identity, highlighting the gap between those ideals and the reality of systemic inequality.
By referencing the Declaration of Independence, Dr. King emphasizes the idea that these fundamental rights should be afforded to all individuals, regardless of race. This connection not only strengthens his argument for civil rights but also appeals to the values that are deeply rooted in American identity, highlighting the gap between those ideals and the reality of systemic inequality.