Additional research on which of the following would most likely help you discover an author's purpose and message?
A. A book's publication date being the year before a catastrophic
national event
B. An author's decision to name the novel after the fictional town
where the novel takes place
C. A poem the main character has printed out and framed on her
bedside table
O D. The main character's name being the same as his grandfather's

each year on this day, i make it a point to listen to dr. martin luther king jr.’s great “i have a dream” speech. it’s electrifying every single time.

the content of dr. king’s speech, his inspiring presence, and the moment in history all came together to make the iconic “i have a dream” speech the defining moment of the american civil rights movement. but there are several other reasons why this speech, delivered over 50 years ago, remains an example of one of the best speeches in american history.

since part of my job is to people become better presenters, i’ve noticed several techniques that we can all learn from and be inspired by in this magnificent speech.

it’s anchored in a powerful related location

in most cases, you can’t handpick the spot to give a presentation, as mlk did for supreme symbolic effect when he stood on the steps of the lincoln memorial and echoed the opening words of the gettysburg address (“five score years ago . . ). but you absolutely can amplify your message by adapting it to your setting and location.

look if you need really bad i will you

c, have a good day ~matya