Biography:The Final Copy

Mr. Griot shares his journey of writing a biography on Miles Davis, detailing the research, writing, and revision process. He highlights Davis's early life, career, and achievements, emphasizing his fight against racial prejudice and his legacy in jazz. The video concludes with tips for students on writing their own biographies using technology.

What sources did Mr. Griot use to gather information for his biography?

• Newspapers and magazines

• Interviews with musicians

• Encyclopedias, books, and websites

• Only books

At what age did Miles Davis start playing the trumpet?

• 10 years old

• 15 years old

• 13 years old

• 17 years old

Which prestigious school did Miles Davis attend?

• Berklee College of Music

• Juilliard School of Music

• New England Conservatory

• Manhattan School of Music

What was one of Miles Davis's beliefs about music?

• Music is only for entertainment

• Music connects everyone regardless of differences

• Music should be exclusive to certain groups

• Music should not address social issues

How did Miles Davis sometimes react to audiences he disliked?

• He would play louder

• He would leave the stage

• He would stop playing

• He would turn his back to them

What did Mr. Griot add to his final biography draft?

• More about Miles Davis's awards

• Additional details about Miles Davis's personality

• A timeline of events

• Quotes from other musicians

What tool does Mr. Griot suggest using to type the final copy of a biography?

• A typewriter

• A word processor on a computer

• A smartphone

• A tablet