Adrian Hernandez Jr
Ms. Walsh
English 3
10 October 2017
January 20, 1961, the 35th president of America, John F. Kennedy delivered his first inaugural address. A speech which not only brought America closer together but, formed it a new. Kennedy inspired countless Americans with use of his empowering words, and once again showed everyone Americas true power and grace. President Kennedy, during his first inaugural address, inspired the people of America through the repetition of his words, using a harsh yet strong word choice, and, contrasting between opposing ideas to successfully unite not only America but the entire world as well.
Kennedy using antithesis shows the American people that he will never cower in the fear of a threat but …show more content…
His repetitive world choice flows fluidly throughout his speech. The placement of his repetitiveness shows that he is attempting to convince the audience that any goal is reachable as a unanimous front. “let both sides explore what problems unite us instead of belaboring those problems which divide us. Let both sides seek to for the first time, formulate serious and precise proposals…let both sides seek to invoke the wonders of science instead of its terrors…let both sides unite to heed in all corners of the earth the command of Isaiah—to “undo the heavy burdens…(and) let the oppressed go free” (Kennedy). Kennedy suggests that enemies of Americas should join together in order to eliminate all the bad that plagues this world.
Finally, Kennedy uses loaded language to support his purpose. He uses his extreme words to impact the citizens of America. Using words such as “revolution”, and “self-destruction” Kennedy puts sentimental value into his speech. Powerful words can appeal to most of the audience because they can relate in one way or another to what he says. “for man to be holding in his mortal hands the power to abolish all forms of human poverty and all forms of human life” (Kennedy), words specifically chosen to appeal to the citizens hearts using
Ms. Walsh
English 3
10 October 2017
January 20, 1961, the 35th president of America, John F. Kennedy delivered his first inaugural address. A speech which not only brought America closer together but, formed it a new. Kennedy inspired countless Americans with use of his empowering words, and once again showed everyone Americas true power and grace. President Kennedy, during his first inaugural address, inspired the people of America through the repetition of his words, using a harsh yet strong word choice, and, contrasting between opposing ideas to successfully unite not only America but the entire world as well.
Kennedy using antithesis shows the American people that he will never cower in the fear of a threat but …show more content…
His repetitive world choice flows fluidly throughout his speech. The placement of his repetitiveness shows that he is attempting to convince the audience that any goal is reachable as a unanimous front. “let both sides explore what problems unite us instead of belaboring those problems which divide us. Let both sides seek to for the first time, formulate serious and precise proposals…let both sides seek to invoke the wonders of science instead of its terrors…let both sides unite to heed in all corners of the earth the command of Isaiah—to “undo the heavy burdens…(and) let the oppressed go free” (Kennedy). Kennedy suggests that enemies of Americas should join together in order to eliminate all the bad that plagues this world.
Finally, Kennedy uses loaded language to support his purpose. He uses his extreme words to impact the citizens of America. Using words such as “revolution”, and “self-destruction” Kennedy puts sentimental value into his speech. Powerful words can appeal to most of the audience because they can relate in one way or another to what he says. “for man to be holding in his mortal hands the power to abolish all forms of human poverty and all forms of human life” (Kennedy), words specifically chosen to appeal to the citizens hearts using