Alex Haley: Author of 'Roots' and 'The Autobiography of Malcolm X'

Alex was born in 1921 in New York. He joined the Coast Guard in 1929, where he began writing. Despite rejections, some of his work was published, motivating him to continue. After two decades in the Coast Guard, he pursued writing full-time, co-authoring Malcolm X's autobiography and achieving success with 'Roots', a book and mini-series chronicling his family history. Despite controversies over plagiarism and inaccuracies, 'Roots' remains a significant work in African-American history.

What motivated Alex to start writing while in the Coast Guard?

• He wanted to impress his superiors.

• He was bored and wanted to help his friends.

• He was inspired by his father's stories.

• He needed extra income.

Which magazine did Alex earn interviews with during his writing career?

• Time Magazine

• National Geographic

• The New Yorker

• Playboy Magazine

What was the main theme of Alex's book 'Roots'?

• A biography of a famous musician

• A chronicle of his family history

• A historical account of World War I

• A fictional adventure story

What year was the 'Roots' mini-series released?

• 1976

• 1975

• 1977

• 1978

What were some of the controversies surrounding Alex's work?

• Political bias

• Lack of originality

• Financial mismanagement

• Accusations of plagiarism and inaccuracies