LETTER FROM BIRMINGHAM JAIL

“Letter from Birmingham Jail” by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. April 16, 1963, from The Estate of Martin Luther King, Jr.

1 simple sentence, explain how the speaker’s word choice and the relationships among words in the paragraph beginning with “My friends, I must say to you …” and ending with “... cup of coffee at a lunch counter.” produce a specific tone.

(4 points)

Short Answer Rubric (4 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
4
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

3
The answer is mostly clear.

The answer is supported by mostly relevant details.

There are a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

2
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is not clear.

There are few or no supporting details.

There are many errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0 The question is not answered.
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1 answer

In the paragraph beginning with “My friends, I must say to you…” and ending with “… cup of coffee at a lunch counter,” Dr. King’s deliberate use of personal address and vivid imagery fosters a tone of urgent camaraderie and frustration, as he emphasizes the profound injustices faced by African Americans and the basic humanity of their desire for equality through relatable experiences.