Public Address Speech Analysis 2 on Martin Luther King Jr. “I Have a Dream Speech” (1963)

Public Address Speech Analysis #2

The purpose of this assignment is to think about the speech as a unit.
Write a paper (a) describing (b) analyzing and (c) evaluating Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream.” Each analysis paper should be written in essay format. Papers should be a minimum of 3 pages (APA Format, double spaced, Times New Roman 12-point Font, 1-inch margins). I’ll grade you on content and how well you understand the course material covered in Barry Brummett’s textbook, your reasoning, and how well you synthesize material, as well as grammar and mechanics.
In the introductory paragraph briefly explain who is speaking and why.
In the body of the analysis, include:
• an explanation of the speech’s historical background/context;
• an explanation of the primary and secondary audiences of the speech
• What information is used? Facts? Opinions? Inferences?
• How does the speech implicitly address George Wallace’s own speech at the schoolhouse doors?
Analyze at least three strategies used by the speaker to meet the needs of the audience at the event (audience analysis).
• Is this speech an example of metonymy (Chapter 6, Brummett)? How is it an example of culture-centered centrism?
• Evaluate the success of the event: what the purpose of the speech was, if the speakers’ purpose was achieved, and how do you know if it was achieved.
In the conclusion, discuss what you took away from the speech. How did the speaker affect you? What did you take away from the speech? It’s okay if the speech didn’t move you or you thought it terrible; however, it’s your duty to explain why.
REMEMBER: You must cite Brummett to get full credit.
Finally, do not merely summarize the speech. I’ve watched it. I’ve listened to it. Answer the questions—I don’t need a recap.
Use crisp topic sentences at the top of each paragraph making an argument you will defend in that paragraph using Brummett.