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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first terrifying image from Malcolm's childhood?
(a) his father being whipped by the Klan.
(b) images of a great fire in his neighborhood.
(c) Ku Klux Klan members threatening his mother.
(d) the burning down of his father's church.

2. Why does Earl have to walk home that night?
(a) no taxi will pick him up.
(b) his car is out of gas.
(c) his congregation keeps him out late.
(d) he misses the trolley.

3. Why does Laura sound grateful for the subway money?
(a) so she can get home before her old man.
(b) so her old man won't beat her when she gets home.
(c) so she doesn't have to beg on the streets.
(d) so she doesn't have to turn another trick.

4. What does Malcolm promise Betty after this long trip to Mecca?
(a) they will never be separated that long again.
(b) she will always travel with him.
(c) he will never travel again.
(d) they will take a vacation to the Bahamas.

5. What invitation does the Egyptian extend to Malcolm?
(a) having a meal with his brothers.
(b) staying in his houe in Cairo.
(c) joining a traveling party to Jedda.
(d) going to the Grand Mosqaue in Cairo.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Betty think Sidney looks as she leaves the newspaper office?

2. How many Afro-Americans does Malcolm say are daily exploited in America?

3. What does Malcolm accuse Paul of wanting when he tries to fix him up with a girl?

4. How do Malcolm's children understand their father is at home even when he is away?

5. Why is Malcolm led away by the prison guards?

(see the answer key)

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