A Long Way Gone Chapters 9-11 Review

What do Ishmael and his friends see for the first time in Chapter 9?

What do the fishermen take from Ishmael and his friends in Chapter 9?

What part of Ishmael's body is injured in Chapter 9?

How does Ishmael save himself and his friends when they are captured in Chapter 9?

What does Saidu say happens to him every time he experiences a horrible event?

What story does Musa tell the boys in Chapter 10?

In Chapter 10, what type of animal eats the boys' food?

Where was Saidu when the rebels attacked his village, and what terrible event did he witness?

What do the boys eat before Saidu dies?

In Chapter 10, what good news do Ishmael and the boys receive from a woman in a village?

Who is Gasemu, and what type of food does he grow on his farm?

What happens in Chapter 11 that destroys Ishmael's hope?

Chapter 9 Highlights

Ishmael and his friends witness the ocean for the first time, a significant and awe-inspiring moment in their journey.
Fishermen steal the boys' shoes, highlighting the desperation and struggles they face.
Ishmael injures his feet, illustrating the physical toll of their hardships.
To escape capture, Ishmael utilizes a rap cassette, performing a dance that impresses the chief.

Emotional Impact and Trauma

Saidu expresses that each horrible experience he endures causes a part of him to die, reflecting the deep psychological damage from their experiences.

Chapter 10 Developments

Musa entertains the boys with a story about the bra spider, providing a moment of distraction from their dire circumstances.
A dog steals the boys' food, adding to their challenges and struggles for survival.
Saidu recounts a traumatic experience where he was hiding in the attic during a rebel attack, witnessing the brutalization of his family.

Loss and Resilience

Before Saidu's death, the boys manage to eat birds, signifying small victories amidst overwhelming loss.
They receive hopeful news from a village woman that their families are located nearby, instilling momentary relief.

Introduction of Gasemu

Gasemu emerges as a character, a single man from Mogbwemo who cultivates bananas on his farm, representing a glimmer of stability amid chaos.

Chapter 11 Climax

Ishmael's hope is shattered when he learns that his family's village has been attacked, resulting in the capture of everyone, signifying the ongoing cycle of despair and loss in his life.

Test your understanding of Chapters 9 to 11 of 'A Long Way Gone' by Ishmael Beah with this flashcard quiz. Questions cover key events and themes from these crucial chapters, enhancing your comprehension of the text.