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    Letter from Birmingham Jail Martin Luther King wrote the Clergymen who have written him a letter‚ claiming that the demonstrations that were being held were “unwise and untimely.” He explained in his letter why he’s writing them back even though he doesn’t usually respond to criticism because to him it would be just waste of precious time. However‚ considering them as men of good will he wanted to give them answers. King’s letter appeals to many emotions as pathos‚ ethos‚ and logos to his audience

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    Martin Luther King Jr. Table of Contents Page 1: Introduction Page 2-3: Chapter 1 Background‚ Accomplishments Page 4: Chapter 2 Qualities of a Hero Page 5: Chapter 3 Creative Work‚ Quote Page 6: Conclusion Influence Page 7: Reflection Page 8: Bibliography Page 9: Appendix Photos‚ Quotes‚ Sayings Introduction Our project is about heroes and leaders‚ what defines them and what special qualities are needed in order to be a successful hero or leader.

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    Rhetorical Analysis: Martin Luther King Jr. Birmingham Jail Letter Martin Luther King Jr.’s letter from Birmingham Jail was written on April 16‚ 1963 while he was incarcerated in the Birmingham City Jail. This letter addresses the criticism that a group of white men had thrown at him and his pro-black American organization about their non-violent actions against racial discrimination and injustice among black Americans in Birmingham. He notes that he doesn’t usually respond to letters of criticism but

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    September 2016 Corrupted leadership Martin Luther King Jr. became an influential voice of the African American population due to his non-violent‚ peace driven protests against inequality. In the midst of a peaceful demonstration leaders deemed King a threat‚ placing him behind bars for parading without a permit. King defends himself against four clergymen portraying the peaceful demonstrations a burden to the public. King writes‚ “Letter from Birmingham Jail” conveying corrupted leadership in America

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    In Letter from Birmingham JailMartin Luther King Jr. writes to his fellow clergymen about the turpitudes he feels are taking place in Birmingham. He aims to make his audience aware of things he feels are being swept under the carpet. King uses a variety of religious references to get through to his readers. Since religion is sacred to so many‚ it is a powerful piece filled with emotion and logic. King’s expert use of pathos invokes the emotions of his readers. Since the topic he is writing

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    The Beowulf of the 20th Century: Martin Luther King Jr. What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the character of Beowulf? Perhaps a fictional warrior that was a hero to the people of his country? How about someone that "achieved glory before death"? These are just two of many characteristics of the extraordinary character of Beowulf. According to the Mirriam-Webster dictionary‚ a hero can be defined as "a person who is admired for great or brave acts or fine qualities".

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    Anna Murray 18 April 2014 ENG121 Rhetorical Analysis A Call for Help Martin Luther King Jr. presents a compelling argument against segregation of the black and white community in his “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” He informs Birmingham’s eight religious leaders that he does not wish to cause violence but to promote equality among mankind‚ which has been disturbed by segregation laws and practices in Birmingham. King’s counter arguments signify the flawed claims made by the clergymen‚ forcing

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    American history or segregation until the mid 1900’s. In the past‚ blacks were always being treated with such a condescending manner. Beyond question they have never received their God given rights of freedom. Martin Luther King Jr. was on a mission to give blacks the freedom they deserved and have been waiting for all throughout time. King was the leader of the nonviolent civil rights movement. While incarcerated in Birmingham jail King wrote a letter to eight clergymen (priest or minister of a Christian

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    During the Spring of 1963‚ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led about a thousand African-Americans through non-violent protests in the business district in Birmingham. Unfortunately‚ he and other top activists were thrown into jail by Birmingham police in retaliation and were treated under harsh conditions‚ as did all African-Americans. On the day of his arrest‚ the Birmingham‚ Alabama newspaper published The Public Statement by Eight Alabama Clergymen called King’s activities “unwise and untimely‚” calling

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    First Martin Luther King effectively makes use of logos throughout his letter. He clarifies all of the reasons for his arguments and supports them well. His arguments are also logical in their appeal. For example‚ in the beginning of his letter he gives a response to the clergymen’s claim that the demonstrations were unwise and untimely. He states that the Negro community had no alternative except to prepare for direct action. He supports this claim by saying that the Negro leaders sought to negotiate

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