Question

What is one difference between the two passages?

(1 point)
Responses

Lincoln responds to his critics, while King lists the concerns he has for unifying the country.
Lincoln responds to his critics, while King lists the concerns he has for unifying the country.

King’s tone is formal while Lincoln’s is more conversational.
King’s tone is formal while Lincoln’s is more conversational.

Lincoln believes some tension is necessary, while King calls for unity.
Lincoln believes some tension is necessary, while King calls for unity.

King believes some tension is necessary, while Lincoln calls for unity.
King believes some tension is necessary, while Lincoln calls for unity.

Answer 1

King believes some tension is necessary, while Lincoln calls for unity. King’s "Letter from Birmingham Jail" argues for creating “constructive nonviolent tension” to prompt negotiation; Lincoln’s inaugural addresses appeal for healing and unity (“malice toward none,” “the better angels of our nature”).