Moments of change.... for Malcolm

Today we spent some time drafting for our multi-genre project.

Then we read aloud excerpts from chapter 10 of Malcolm X and then answered these questions. In your answer,
· Restate the question as a sentence.
· Write in sentences
· Explain your point with details.

1. Describe in sentences and with details—how does Malcolm begin to change in prison?

2. Malcolm is about to convert to one version of Islam called the “Nation of Islam.” What do you know about Islam or the Nation of Islam? What questions do you have about Islam?

3. Can one individual speak for a whole group? Why or why not? (e.g. Can one male or female speak for all people of their gender? Can one Japanese-American or African-American or Cherokee speak for all their people? Can one teenager speak on behalf of all teenagers? Can one Christian or Muslim say they know what all their people think?)

Homework is to finish any excerpts (pp. 165-170, 172-174, 178-183) not covered in class and to work on our projects.