Highlight a phrase that is repeated in this passage.
"Continue to work with the faith that unearned suffering is redemptive. Go back to Mississippi, go back to Alabama, go back to South Carolina, go back to Georgia, go back to Louisiana, go back to the slums and ghettos of our northern cities, knowing that somehow this situation can and will be changed. Let us not wallow in the valley of despair."
-Martin Luther King Jr., "I Have a Dream"
What phrase is repeated in this passage?
What idea is emphasized through repetition?
Answer (2)
The repeated phrase in King's speech is "go back", which emphasizes the need for action and collective responsibility for change. This use of repetition, known as anaphora , enhances the urgency of his message. The technique evokes a sense of hope and determination among listeners to confront injustice in their communities. ;
The repeated phrase in the passage is "go back," which emphasizes the need for collective action in the fight for civil rights. This repetition serves as a call to action and inspires listeners to confront injustice while fostering a sense of unity and hope. The technique used, known as anaphora, strengthens the urgency and impact of King's message.
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