Question

Read the excerpt from Martin Luther King Jr.’s "I Have a Dream” speech.

But there is something that I must say to my people, who stand on the warm threshold which leads into the palace of justice: In the process of gaining our rightful place, we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred.

Which statement best describes King’s "palace” metaphor?

The image shows the impressive potential of a just society.
The image shows the need for a strong central government.
The illustration encourages Americans to run for political office.

Answer 1

The first statement. The "palace of justice" metaphor emphasizes the grandeur and promise of a just society that the people are about to enter; it does not refer to a strong central government or running for office.