A Long Way Gone Chapters 1-5

Front

What is the name of Ishmael’s hometown?

Back

Mogbwemo

Front

What is Ishmael’s brother’s name?

Back

Junior

Front

What happens when Ishmael and his friends get to Mattru Jong to buy food?

Back

No one will sell to them

Front

Why doesn’t Ishmael get along with his father?

Back

He doesn't like his stepmother.

Front

Which country controlled Sierra Leone before the APC was in charge?

Back

Great Britain

Front

What genre of music does Ishmael enjoy?

Back

Rap music

Front

What significant event affects Ishmael's life in the early chapters?

Back

The outbreak of civil war in Sierra Leone.

Front

How does Ishmael describe his childhood before the war?

Back

He describes it as peaceful and filled with music.

Front

What role does friendship play in Ishmael's life during the conflict?

Back

Friendship provides support and a sense of normalcy amidst chaos.

Front

What is the significance of the title 'A Long Way Gone'?

Back

It reflects Ishmael's journey from innocence to the harsh realities of war.