4:26 - Persuasive skills - A lot of repetition of the word dream throughout the speech - Symbolic language paints an image that resonates with the audience 6:05 - Example of symbolic language - Inclusive language, making the audience feel as though the dream is shared between all - Good balance between realism and optimism - Many widely understood allusions (e.g bible, constitution, American ideals etc...) - Strategic and skilful use of pauses to let his message sink in - Memorable phrases (anaphora) - e.g "Let freedom ring" " "100 years later) and more - It was good call to action (go back to Mississippi and demand your rights)
Thank you for this. As a struggling songwriter, I’m going to consider the devices (and message) Dr. King used.
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4:26 - Persuasive skills
- A lot of repetition of the word dream throughout the speech
- Symbolic language paints an image that resonates with the audience
6:05 - Example of symbolic language
- Inclusive language, making the audience feel as though the dream is shared between all
- Good balance between realism and optimism
- Many widely understood allusions (e.g bible, constitution, American ideals etc...)
- Strategic and skilful use of pauses to let his message sink in
- Memorable phrases (anaphora) - e.g "Let freedom ring" " "100 years later) and more
- It was good call to action (go back to Mississippi and demand your rights)
Glad you enjoyed!
@@JacquesGaines Thanks you helped a lot in my history essay