Question

which word choice most strongly contributes to the tone of urgency in the speech? gradually eventually someday now what is the effect of king’s use of geographic references such as from the snow - capped rockies of colorado to the curvaceous slopes of california? it emphasizes the diversity of the american landscape to symbolize unity. it suggests that civil rights are only needed in certain regions. it implies that geography determines equality.

Explanation:

For the first question: The word "Now" conveys immediate action and urgency, unlike the other options which refer to gradual or future timelines.
For the second question: King references diverse U.S. regions to frame civil rights as a national, unifying cause, not to limit rights or tie equality to geography.

Answer:

1. Now
2. It emphasizes the diversity of the American landscape to symbolize unity.