The prison cell library
The power of the spoken word
Expanding the horizon
A lasting legacy of self-determination
choko After his home was firebombed, Malcolm X braved constant death threats to deliver powerful speeches before his assassination at the Audubon Ballroom.
What major event occurred at Malcolm X's family home just one week before his tragic assassination?
In which New York City venue was Malcolm X assassinated while preparing to address the Organization of Afro-American Unity?
A reading record: Malcolm X was so dedicated to studying that he read with a book in hand during almost every spare fifteen minutes of his life.
choko Journalist Alex Haley helped Malcolm X write his famous autobiography published in 1965.
Who was the co-author and journalist who worked closely with Malcolm X to write his famous autobiography?
The freedom to make your own choices and control your own life. Following his 1965 assassination, Malcolm X's teachings inspired Black Americans to strive for independence and communal empowerment.
Which prominent activist organization, founded in 1966, was heavily inspired by Malcolm X's philosophy of armed self-defense?
What core concept of Malcolm X's philosophy emphasized that communities should control their own businesses, schools, and politics?
What did Malcolm X famously declare to be his 'alma mater' when asked about his educational background?