Quiz on the Nation of Islam and Malcolm X

Where was the Nation of Islam founded?

• Selma

• Alabama

• Detroit

• Montgomery

What was the membership policy of the Nation of Islam between 1930 and 1975?

• Accepted all races

• Accepted only black Americans

• Accepted only white Americans

• Accepted only men

What did the Nation of Islam argue for?

• Integration of all races

• Separation of black and white people

• Peaceful coexistence

• Economic equality

How did the Nation of Islam view white people?

• As allies

• As friends

• As 'devils'

• As equals

What did Malcolm X change his surname to after joining the Nation of Islam?

• Little

• King

• X

• Smith

What did the 'X' in Malcolm X's name represent?

• His unknown African name

• His favorite letter

• His family heritage

• His religious belief

What tactic did Malcolm X reject in his speeches?

• Violence

• Non-violence

• Economic reform

• Political negotiation

Who did Malcolm X accuse of letting down African Americans?

• Martin Luther King

• Rosa Parks

• Stokely Carmichael

• JFK

What did Malcolm X speak about regarding African Americans in northern cities?

• Economic prosperity

• Social and economic conditions

• Political power

• Educational opportunities

What was Malcolm X's stance on being an American?

• Proud to be American

• Indifferent to being American

• Not interested in being American

• Eager to assimilate