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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Archie say about writing down numbers?
(a) he never wrote down a number in his life.
(b) he writes down everything.
(c) he writes numbers backwards.
(d) he always forgets numbers in his head.

2. Malcolm says "That cat who says he's in utilities actually is in utilities ___________________________."
(a) when he goes in to pay his bill.
(b) when he ain't riding his bicycle for the gas company.
(c) when he runs an extension cord from his neighbor's house.
(d) when he reads the customers' meters

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

4. What happens to Malcolm after his mother is taken away?
(a) he goes to the reformatory.
(b) he goes into foster care.
(c) he runs away.
(d) he goes to live with his grandmother.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Louise's feeling about being light skinned?

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

4. What do the Klansmen do to the Littles' house?

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

(see the answer key)

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