Malcolm X, Learning to Read

What originally prompted Malcolm X to educate himself?

• He wanted to show his friends how smart he is.

• He wanted to be able to communicate more effectively with Elijah Muhammad.

• He wanted to be able to win the prison debates.

Where was Malcolm X imprisoned?

• Parkhurst Prison

• Charlestown Prison, then Norfolk Prison Colony

• South Middlesex Correctional Center

Malcolm tells us he learned to read by teaching himself. What else did he teach himself?

• Writing.

• Drawing

• Speaking.

In a few words, describe the method Malcolm X used to improve his penmanship and vocabulary.

What was the first word Malcolm X copied on his tablet from the dictionary?

What is one topic that inmates would debate in prison?

• Should people own two cars?

• Should women go to school?

• Should babies be fed milk?

• Should children be allowed to watch TV?

What kind of books did Malcolm X read in prison? Name a few things he learned from them.

EXPLAIN IN SOME DETAIL.

Malcolm X's narrative:

• I ENJOYED IT.

• I DISLIKED IT.

• I DIDN'T READ IT.