One Day When I was Lost: A Scenario | Short Answer Test Questions

Short Answer Questions

Directions: Answer each question with the appropriate short response.

Short Answer Questions - Part 1

1. What method does Baldwin use to show flashbacks to Malcolm's early life?

2. What is the first terrifying image from Malcolm's childhood?

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

4. What does Malcolm's father believe is the real homeland of his people in America?

5. What name is Malcolm given in Dakar?

6. What does Malcolm have to say about his names?

7. As a youth, what are Malcolm and Laura doing that gets the crowd roaring?

8. Who is Sophia?

9. What is the name given to Malcolm during a fist fight in prison?

10. Who is the fair, young mulatto woman hanging out clothes?