School Days
History
Background
100

What did Malcolm become when he was in school?

A criminal (Detroit Red)

100

When did his famous speech take place?

1964

100

What historical event did Malcolm grow up during?

The Great Depression
200

What was Malcolm sent to jail for?

Robbery and larceny

200

What was the name of Malcolm's famous speech?

The Ballet of the Bullet

200

Where did Malcolm and his family move to?

New York, New York

300

What career was Malcolm interested in but decided not to do it?

A lawyer

300

Had disagreements with what other popular activist?

MLK (Matin Luther King)

300

When was Malcolm born?

 May 19, 1925,

400

How long was Malcolm sentenced to jail?

8-10 years

400

What did "The Ballot of the Bullet" mean?

Life or death, and freedom

400

What was the reason for Malcolm and his family to move away?

Harassed by many white supremacists group

500

What grade did Malcolm's grades start decreasing?

8th grade

500

What activist didn't give her seat up on a bus?

Rosa Parks

500

What religion did Malcolm switch to while in jail?

Islam