Letter From Birmingham Jail

Name 3 extended metaphors used by MLK in "Letter From Birmingham Jail"

Just a brief explanation of the 3 extended metaphors and a piece of textual evidence are necessary.

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One example of extended metaphor is:

"It is unfortunate that demonstrations are taking place in Birmingham, but it is even more unfortunate that the city’s white power structure left the Negro community with no alternative."

Structures in buildings supply strength and durability. In this case, King is speaking metaphorically about America's social systems.