Read the excerpt from David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest. It's clear that this really pretty sincere yellow Dean at left is Admissions. And surely the little aviarian figure at
right is Athletics, then, because the facial creases of the shaggy middle Dean are now pursed in a kind of
distanced affront, an I'm-eating-something-that-makes-me- really-appreciate-the-presence-of-w hatever-I'm-
drinking-along-with-it look that spells professionally Academic reservations.
Why does the narrator most likely refer to the deans by their titles rather than their names?
to distance himself from those present
to show a personal connection with the group
to explain his position in relation to the others
to set a formal tone for the meeting

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.

the symbol of the grandfather's heritage in this excerpt from "the medicine bag,” is the beaded bolo tie.

a bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp which is worn as a necktie. they have been used by native american tribes such as hopi, navajo, zuni, and puebloans since the mid-20th century.

therefore, the fact that the grandfather is wearing a bolo tie refers to his heritage as native american.