Question

interpreting the emotional connotation of words
when the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the constitution and the declaration of independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every american was to fall heir. this note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the “unalienable rights” of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” it is obvious today that america has defaulted on this promissory note insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. instead of honoring this sacred obligation, america has given the negro people a bad check, a check which has come back marked “insufficient funds.”
-“i have a dream,”
martin luther king jr.
which words in the passage support kings purpose of making listeners believe that they deserve equality? check all that apply.
□ “architects”
□ “magnificent”
□ “heir”
□ “promise”
□ “guaranteed”
□ “concerned”

Explanation:

The words "promise" and "guaranteed" imply a commitment to equality. "Promise" suggests an obligation, and "guaranteed" indicates a certainty of rights. "Magnificent" is more about the quality of the documents, "architects" refers to the writers, "heir" is about inheritance in a general sense here, and "concerned" is a more neutral - related word.

Answer:

"promise", "guaranteed"