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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 Hinton's condition in the jail?
(a) he is on a hunger strike.
(b) he is unconscious.
(c) he is praying loudly.
(d) he is raving mad.

2. Who does Malcolm meet at the subway?
(a) Luther.
(b) Laura.
(c) Ada.
(d) Sidney.

3. Where is Malcolm walking with two pairs of shoes tied and thrown over his shoulder?
(a) on the way to school.
(b) on the railroad tracks.
(c) on the beach with Laura.
(d) on a basketball court.

4. What does Malcolm want that has become a point of disagreement between him, Luther, and the Leader?
(a) he wants it to be more political.
(b) he wants it to compromise more.
(c) he wants it to be more subdued.
(d) he wants it to be more mainstream.

5. What does Luther tell Malcolm before he leaves the prison?
(a) I'll get you a better lawyer.
(b) keep your nose clean.
(c) write me a letter sometime.
(d) when you come out, come straight to me.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the screenplay opens, where is Malcolm scheduled to speak that evening?

2. What does Malcolm say turns the heads of foolish women?

3. What is Malcolm's response to Lorraine when she tells him to make a good husband?

4. How does the traveling companion classify the United States of America?

5. What is the significance of the name El-Haji Malik El Shabazz?

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