1. Read "We Can Afford to Give Parents a Break" (p 6-8) --Examine the patterns of development she uses. --Which of these patterns prevails in the overall essay? --Which does she use in specific sections or paragraphs?

2. King, “Letter from Birmingham Jail”
Select a quotation from King’s letter , and explain 1) why you find it compelling or 2) on what grounds you would challenge it. Cite evidence from your own experience or reading to support your position.
Possible quotations to focus on include:
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere” (para. 4)
“freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.” (para. 13)