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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the screenplay opens, where is Malcolm scheduled to speak that evening?
(a) Madison Square Garden.
(b) Yankee Stadium.
(c) the Audubon Ballroom.
(d) Times Square.

2. What famous historical figure do Malcolm and Shorty talk about on Boston Commons?
(a) George Washington Carver.
(b) Dred Scott.
(c) Paul Revere.
(d) George Washington.

3. Why does Malcolm say he does not write to his mother in the asylum?
(a) he is trying to make her forget him.
(b) he thinks his letters will only cause trouble.
(c) he doesn't think they let her have mail.
(d) he doesn't know what to say to her.

4. Who does Laura say wears the sky like an overcoat?
(a) God.
(b) Malcolm.
(c) a pilot.
(d) a sea gull.

5. What does Earl say will be the outcome of their moving out of town?
(a) the Klan will go after someone else.
(b) it will be the same wherever they go.
(c) God will help them find a better place.
(d) they won't have any income.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Sophia?

2. What does Malcolm say about Miss Stella who says she is with an old family?

3. Who is Shorty referring to when he speaks about ofays?

4. How does Archie outfit Malcolm with new clothes?

5. In a flashback, what does Louise say to Earl about a rabbit?

(see the answer key)

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