4.7 - Reading: "AutobiographyofMalcolmX," Pages 174-176 (Gold)

In prison, what did Malcolm X discover that he wanted to acquire?

• Wealth

• Education

• Freedom

• Friendship

Did Malcolm X consider the slang he knew functional? Why or why not?

• Yes, because it was useful in letters

• No, because it was not useful in letters

• Yes, because it was easy to learn

• No, because it was too complex

Why did Malcolm X feel envy toward his friend Bimbi?

• Bimbi had more money

• Bimbi was more popular

• Bimbi had broad knowledge

• Bimbi was more athletic

After he acquired a dictionary, what did Malcolm X eventually decide to do with it?

• Sell it

• Ignore it

• Copy it, entry by entry

• Translate it

What inevitable result came from the dictionary project?

• Malcolm X's word knowledge grew

• Malcolm X became a teacher

• Malcolm X lost interest in reading

• Malcolm X wrote a book

Why was correspondence easier for Malcolm X once he knew the English language?

• He could express himself in written language.

• He could speak to more people.

• He could read more books.

• He could travel more easily.

Why might correspondence be so important to someone in prison?

• It helps them learn new skills.

• It is a way to keep in touch with the outside world.

• It allows them to earn money.

• It helps them get a job.

What was the debate topic mentioned in the text?

• Should inmates be allowed to vote?

• Should Babies Be Fed Milk?

• Should prisoners have access to the internet?

• Should inmates work in prison?

What was emphasized in the Norfolk Prison according to the text?

• Physical fitness

• Learning and improving yourself

• Religious studies

• Art and music

Why did Malcolm X prefer isolation?

• He could read when he was completely alone.

• He disliked other inmates.

• He wanted to meditate.

• He needed silence to sleep.