I Have A Dream Speech - MLK Jr

Integrating a Biblical Worldview Final Exam

What is the style of dress and general appearance of those attending the rally?

They are well dressed. Men, women, children, black, white.

King refers to the Declaration of Independence what he calls America’s “creed.” Does he attack the Declaration and America’s founding as illegitimate, or does he appeal to the Declaration and call America to live up to its ideal?

He describes the DoI as a promise for all. He says America has fallen from this ideal, and that we must reclaim the promise of democracy.

Does King foment racial hatred by labeling all Whites as racist, or does he envision a common brotherhood where color is insignificant?

He states that we must make justice for all of God’s children. He states that in our search for freedom we much not produce bitterness and hatred.

King envisions a future America for his children. Is it one where race is highlighted and emphasized or minimized? On what basis does he say me should be judged?

Minimized, content of their character.

King quotes from Scripture and then says that this is “the faith” which he goes back to the South with. What does this tell us about King’s movement and its foundation.

It is rooted in Biblical principle. He acknowledges that all men are created equal by God.

King appeals to the lyrics of the American patriotic song My Country Tis of Thee. Does he appeal for America to become great, or does he attack America as fundamentally flawed.

He uses America’s ideals to show how important it is that we claim America as a great nation and appeal to the ideals stated in the song.