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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Malcolm say he learns from the black community in Boston?
(a) The power of money
(b) A new vocabulary
(c) The power of jazz
(d) Self respect

2. How is Malcolm's father killed?
(a) He has a heart attack
(b) He iss run over
(c) He is murdered
(d) He is hanged

3. What does Ella encourage Malcolm to do before he gets a job?
(a) Learn an instrument
(b) Explore the city
(c) Get an education
(d) Learn about religion

4. What is the name of Malcolm's favorite dance?
(a) Birdy Hopping
(b) Lindy Hopping
(c) The Waltz
(d) Free Dancing

5. Why are Malcolm's friends impressed with his dating Sophia?
(a) She is the daughter of a Klan member
(b) She is a beautiful white woman
(c) She is a celebrity
(d) She has money

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Malcolm's sister live?

2. How long does Malcolm's mother spend in a mental institution?

3. What area of the city does Malcolm claim he prefers?

4. What happens to Malcolm and his siblings?

5. What does Malcolm do with his hair in this chapter?

(see the answer key)

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