A Long Way Gone 1-7

How old was Ishmael when war entered his life?

• 10
• 11
• 12
• 13

Where did Ishmael, his brother and his friends leave Mogbwemo?

• To visit his grandmother
• To go to school
• To join the army
• To go to a talent show

Based on his references at the beginning of the book and in Chapter 2, where does Ishmael eventually come to live?

• Atlantis
• New Jersey
• New York
• Seattle

What happened to Mogbwemo while Ishmael and his friends were away?

• Rebels attacked the village
• The Prime Minister came to visit
• Ishmael's mother had a baby
• Ishmael's father got hurt at work

What is the purpose of Chapter 2?

• It shows the reader that Ishmael is still struggling to cope with the violence he survived but is no longer living in. 
• It tries to confuse the reader to keep them interested in reading more of the story.
• It is pointless and should have been left out. 
• It shows how mixed up Ishmael's brain is because it is out of chronological order. 

Based on his references at the beginning of the book and in Chapter 2, where does Ishmael eventually come to live?

• Atlantis
• New Jersey
• New York
• Seattle

Why is Ishmael afraid to sleep even after he has escaped from the war?

• He thinks the rebels will track him down.
• He is afraid his new life is a dream.
• He has horrendous nightmares. 

How might we describe Ishmael's use of language?

• Subtle
• Graphic
• Figurative
• Bland

What does the moon mean or symbolize to Ishmael? (pg. 16-17)

• Youth and innocence

• Night

• Hopelessness

• Fear and anger

What message did the RUF send to the people in Mattru Jong? (pg 21)

• That the rebels are coming and they will kill everyone in the village.

• That the citizens should welcome the RUF since the RUF is fighting for the people.

• That the RUF is superior to the military.

• That all the children in the village will be used as child soldiers or laborers.