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A Broadened Vocabulary In Malcolm X's Success Story

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Written in the words that he had worked endlessly to understand, Malcolm X expresses how finding a passion can take an individual to great heights; no matter the starting point. Inspired by the teachings of Mr. Elijah Muhammad, and though the power of persistence, Malcolm X created his success story. Starting with an eighth grade education, he worked tirelessly to expand his vocabulary; rewriting the dictionary, page by page. Eventually, he was capable of reading complex literature because of his newly broadened vocabulary. Malcolm X turned prison into freedom by using the time to provide himself with a “homemade education”; which inspired and influenced many minority individuals during the 60’s.

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