Understanding Anaphora in Speeches

English
Grade 6
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~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on identifying and using anaphora in speeches, designed for Grade 6 students to enhance their understanding of this rhetorical device.

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Understanding Anaphora in Speeches

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Grade Grade 6
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Introduction to Anaphora

Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous 'I Have a Dream' speech includes the repeated phrase, 'I have a dream,' at the beginning of several lines. This repetition is called anaphora and is used to emphasize his message of hope and equality.
1.
What is anaphora, based on the passage?
[2 marks]
2.
Identify the repeated phrase in Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech mentioned in the passage.
[2 marks]
B

Analyzing Anaphora

Read the following excerpt and answer the questions.
1.
What phrase is repeated in this excerpt?
[2 marks]
2.
Explain how the repetition of this phrase affects the tone of the speech.
[4 marks]
C

Creative Writing: Using Anaphora

Write a short speech or paragraph using anaphora to emphasize your main message.
1.
Task: Write a speech that encourages kindness in your school. Use the phrase 'Let's' at the beginning of at least three sentences to create anaphora.
[10 marks]
2.
Checklist for your writing: - Use the phrase 'Let's' at the beginning of sentences - Include at least three instances of anaphora - Make your message clear and positive - Check for proper punctuation and spelling
[2 marks]
D

Identify the Technique

Read the sentence and identify the figure of speech or rhetorical device used.
1.
What rhetorical device is used in this sentence?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Anaphora
Cc) Alliteration
Dd) Hyperbole
E

Matching Exercise

Match each quote with the correct rhetorical device used.
1.
Match the quote to the device: Options: a) Anaphora, b) Metaphor, c) Alliteration, d) Idiom
Aa) 1 and 2: b) 3: c) 4

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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