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==Group Discussion & Analysis==
In your groups, analyze the letter using the following criteria as guides.
===Thesis and Main Argument===
* What is King’s thesis in “Letter from Birmingham Jail”? Identify the central claim he is making in response to the clergymen.
* How does King support his thesis throughout the letter? List at least three pieces of evidence or arguments he uses.

===Themes===
* What are the key themes in King’s letter? Identify at least two major themes (e.g., justice vs. injustice, the urgency of civil rights action).
* Where in the text do these themes appear most prominently? Find and note specific passages that highlight these themes.

===Tone===
* How would you describe the tone of King’s letter? Is it calm, passionate, accusatory, or something else?
* How does King’s tone change throughout the letter? Identify moments where his tone shifts and discuss why this might be effective.

===Rhetorical Strategies===
* What rhetorical devices does King use to strengthen his argument? Identify at least two rhetorical devices (e.g., ethos, pathos, logos, metaphor, analogy) and provide examples from the text.
* How do these rhetorical strategies help King convey his message? Discuss briefly how these strategies contribute to the overall effectiveness of the letter.

==Brief Presentation==
Each group should decide on one or two key points from their analysis to share with the class. They should focus on how King’s writing strategies support his thematic concerns.