1. Click on each of the links above to read Martin Luther KingJr'sspeech and some of his important quotes. Then listen to excerpts of speeches byMalcomX and read some of his famous quotes.
2. Literary Analysis:
In a paragraph, compare the tone and mood of the two men.
Fromeachspeaker, cite specific quotes that support your conclusions.
3. Historical Analysis:
Dr. King and Malcolm X each suggest radically different approaches to attaining freedom and equality for African-Americans in American society. In a paragraph, contrast these two leaders' approaches to freedom and equality, and state which side you believe is the more effective approach. Be sure to give specific quotes to support your conclusions.