The Use Of Repetition In Dr. Martin Luther King's I Have A Dream Speech

Doctor Martin Luther King Junior’s “I Have a Dream” speech changed many American’s hearts and minds. Through his writing technique and imagery, he impacted America like no one else. Dr. King used a ton of repetition in his speech. He repeated parts like “100 years later” and “I have a dream” many times leaving a lasting affect on his audience. Dr. King’s repetition drove his words and purpose into the hearts of many people. The millions that have heard his speech remember his words all thanks to Dr. King’s use of repetition. Martin Luther King Jr. also used a ton of imagery. Parts like “cashing a check” or “righteousness like a mighty stream” paint pictures that help people to understand his speech’s purpose. The lasting pictures that Martin