The Final Fights
Before turning professional, Cassius Clay Jr. traveled to Rome in 1960 to compete in this major sporting event.
What are the Olympic Games?
In 1964, after becoming the Heavyweight Champion of the World, Cassius changed his name to this, following his decision to join the Nation of Islam.
Who is Muhammad Ali?
where 17-year-old Cassius Clay win his first big national title the 1959 National Golden Gloves 175-pound championship
chicago
Towards the end of the book, Cassius realizes that boxing could help him combat this societal issue that he witnessed in Louisville, leading to his work for justice.
What is racism
Following his success in Rome, Cassius Clay turned professional and hired this former boxer as his trainer.
Who is Angelo Dundee?
What famous phrase did Cassius use to describe his boxing approach against opponents like Sonny Liston?
Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee
This is the boxer from Australia that Cassius defeated in the 1959 Golden Gloves tournament.
Who is Tony Madigan
In the final round, Lucky reflects that even though Cassius became a world-famous champion, he never stopped being this to his old friends
What is a true/loyal friend?
As he leaves for Chicago, Cassius quotes his grandfather, telling him, "I know who I am I know whose I am and I know..."
What is "where I'm going"?