You can't talk about The Autobiography of Malcolm X without talking about racism. Of course, racism is a bad thing that negatively impacts the lives of many people, but that's not the only thing discussed in this book. How does racism affect racists? How do the people being oppressed join in their own oppression? In the world of The Autobiography of Malcolm X racism is a bit more complicated than a black or white issue. It's a big bundle of gray confusion and trouble.
Questions About Prejudice
- In The Autobiography of Malcolm X there are many types of prejudice displayed. What are they, who do they affect, and why do they exist?
- How does prejudice manifest in the very people who are being oppressed in The Autobiography of Malcolm X?
- Which is worse according to Malcolm X in The Autobiography of Malcolm X, obvious racism or covert racism? What do you think?
Chew on This
Try on an opinion or two, start a debate, or play the devil’s advocate.
Prejudice negatively affects all of the people involved in The Autobiography of Malcolm X.
You can only be intentionally prejudicial in The Autobiography of Malcolm X, not unintentionally.