Why does “Planting Trees in Kenya” start by giving Wangari’s background instead of beginning with her accomplishments? Select two answers. A. If the readers know that Wangari studied biology, they will understand how she knows so much about planting trees. B. The readers will know what the American students wanted as well. C. The readers will understand the games that Kenyan children often played. D. The readers will understand that Wangari’s memories of Kenya before are her main reason for wanting to make a change when she returns.

The readers will understand the games that Kenyan children often played.

Explanation:

a. the scene is structured as a dialogue between two characters in their own informal language.

each year on this day, i make it a point to listen to dr. martin luther king jr.’s great “i have a dream” speech. it’s electrifying every single time.

the content of dr. king’s speech, his inspiring presence, and the moment in history all came together to make the iconic “i have a dream” speech the defining moment of the american civil rights movement. but there are several other reasons why this speech, delivered over 50 years ago, remains an example of one of the best speeches in american history.

since part of my job is to people become better presenters, i’ve noticed several techniques that we can all learn from and be inspired by in this magnificent speech.

it’s anchored in a powerful related location

in most cases, you can’t handpick the spot to give a presentation, as mlk did for supreme symbolic effect when he stood on the steps of the lincoln memorial and echoed the opening words of the gettysburg address (“five score years ago . . ). but you absolutely can amplify your message by adapting it to your setting and location.