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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Malcolm surprised about when he visits Cairo?

2. What is "The Hate that Hate Produced" television program about?

3. In what year is Malcolm released from prison?

4. What does Malcolm leave to Archie?

5. To what does Malcolm dedicate each day?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Haley was also an African American whose family suffered slavery and racism. Adhering to the rule that writers should always write about what they know, do you think it is obvious that Haley knows his subject? What difference do you think it makes to the story? Are there any moments where you think Haley does not portray a person or setting so well? What effect does it have on the story?

Essay Topic 2

Look at the differences between Islam and Christianity. What are the strengths and weaknesses of both religions? How much do people in America know about the Islamic religion compared to Christianity? Do the students think that we need to understand other religions before we criticize them? Has this been a problem in the past?

Essay Topic 3

Using examples from the book to support your argument, examine the following statement: "The Civil Rights movement had more of a lasting influence than the Nation of Islam."

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