The Role of Malcolm X (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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What was Malcolm X's birth name and where was he born?
What was Malcolm X's birth name and where was he born?
Malcolm Little in Omaha, Nebraska
How old was Malcolm X when his father was murdered by white supremacists?
How old was Malcolm X when his father was murdered by white supremacists?
Six years old
Why did Malcolm change his surname from 'Little' to 'X'?
Why did Malcolm change his surname from 'Little' to 'X'?
'Little' was a slave name; 'X' = unknown
When and where did Malcolm X convert to Islam?
When and where did Malcolm X convert to Islam?
1952, whilst in prison
Which term did the Nation of Islam prefer over 'negro'?
Which term did the Nation of Islam prefer over 'negro'?
Afro-American
What was Muhammad Ali's birth name?
What was Muhammad Ali's birth name?
Cassius Marcellus Clay
Where did Malcolm X have his ministry after release from prison?
Where did Malcolm X have his ministry after release from prison?
Temple Number 7 in Harlem
In which month and year did Malcolm X break from the Nation of Islam?
In which month and year did Malcolm X break from the Nation of Islam?
March 1964
In 1966, what percentage of black families lived in poverty on less than $3,000 a year?
In 1966, what percentage of black families lived in poverty on less than $3,000 a year?
40%
Which SNCC leader adopted 'Black Power' in summer 1966, influenced by Malcolm X?
Which SNCC leader adopted 'Black Power' in summer 1966, influenced by Malcolm X?
Stokely Carmichael