What Did King's "Letter from Birmingham Jail" State

question 43

Multiple Choice

What did King's "Letter from Birmingham Jail" state?

• A) He justified the use of direct action as a way to force change to unjust laws.
• B) He justified the use of violence in civil rights organizing.
• C) He foreshadowed his own assassination, noting that he was ready to die for his cause.
• D) That King was converting from Christianity to the Muslim faith.

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Definitions:

Persuasive Messages

Communications intended to change the way someone thinks, feels, or acts by using reasoning, logic, or emotion.

Direct Approach

A communication style that is straightforward and to the point, often used in business or technical communications to convey information clearly.

Logical Appeal

Persuasive approach that calls on reasoning and evidence rather than audience feelings and sympathies.

Specific Evidence

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