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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What advice does the Egyptian give Malcolm about the pilgrimage?
(a) to be prepared to walk long distances.
(b) to take plenty of extra clothing with him.
(c) to only go places in groups.
(d) to travel lightly, leaving his luggage in Cairo.

2. What are other black leaders saying on national television?
(a) that Malxolm X does not lead a hate cult.
(b) that Malcolm X represents the majority of blacks.
(c) that those like Malcolm X are embittered racial fanatics.
(d) that Malcolm X is the new messiah.

3. What prophetic dream does Malcolm tell Laura he used to have?
(a) flying in the sky like a bird.
(b) speaking in front of a large crowd of people.
(c) doing something to help his parents not work so hard.
(d) marrying a girl just like her.

4. What does the teenage Malcolm excel in that wins him admiration?
(a) making speeches.
(b) writing essays.
(c) playing soccer.
(d) playing basketball.

5. What does Malcolm point out to Luther in his study?
(a) that Luther is where he is because of Malcolm.
(b) that Luther has lost touch with the people.
(c) that Luther has forgotten his love of the Movement.
(d) that Luther loves his gold watch more than the people.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character in the screenplay begins to be concerned about Malcolm X?

2. Why does Laura sound grateful for the subway money?

3. What does Shorty think Malcolm is doing with his religious talk?

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

5. What discouraging thing does Mr. Ostrovski do to Malcolm?

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