Long Way Gone Chapter 11 Flashcards

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What did the boys do on their journey to relieve themselves from the grief of Saidu?

They talked about how happy they are to see their families, wrestled, and sang.

Who did Ishmael meet when they arrived at the small banana farm, and how did he know him?

Gasemu, a man from Ishmael's village, recognized by his missing front tooth.

What did Gasemu ask the boys to do?

He asked if they were willing to help him carry some bananas to the village.

What does Gasemu tell Ishmael about his well-being?

He tells Ishmael that he seems unhappier than before and that his family would be so happy to see him again. Signup and view all the answers

What did Ishmael hear just before reaching the village?

He heard gunshots, dogs barking, and people screaming. Signup and view all the answers

What did Ishmael see upon reaching the village after hearing gunshots cease?

The village was on fire and there were bullet shells on the floor. Signup and view all the answers

What did Ishmael hear in a house a few feet away?

He heard screaming and banging, and he and the boys freed some people from a burning house. Signup and view all the answers

Where was Gasemu and what did he see?

Gasemu was on the other side of the village, screaming and staring at the dead bodies on the ground. Signup and view all the answers

How did Ishmael react when he found the charred house where his family was staying?

He went into shock and began to scream, kick, and punch the wall, feeling anger and despair. Signup and view all the answers

Due to Ishmael's anger, what did he do to Gasemu?

He choked Gasemu and then hit him with a pestle, causing Gasemu to bleed from the nose. Signup and view all the answers

What happened as the group argued about whose fault it was that they didn't get to see their families?

A group of rebels walked into the village and began smoking, playing cards, and bragging about their killings. Signup and view all the answers

Who got shot while escaping through the forest?

Gasemu was shot in his leg and side. Signup and view all the answers

What happened before they could reach Wahlee, the village where people processed coffee or other crops?

Gasemu died, giving his final breath while the boys kept him company. Signup and view all the answers

How did Ishmael feel about Gasemu dying?

He felt guilty and cried, imagining Gasemu's last moments. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Journey of Grief

To cope with Saidu’s loss, the boys attempted to uplift their spirits through conversations, wrestling, and singing, but inevitably fell back into silence.

Encounter with Gasemu

Ishmael recognized Gasemu, a man from his village, by his missing front tooth when arriving at a banana farm.

Request for Assistance

Gasemu asked Ishmael and the boys if they would help him carry bananas to the village.

Gasemu’s Reflection

Gasemu observed that Ishmael appeared more unhappy than in the past, losing his former glow, and mentioned his mother's prayers for Ishmael's safe return.

Gunfire and Chaos

Upon nearing the village, Ishmael heard distressing sounds: gunshots, barking dogs, and people screaming, indicating imminent danger.

Destruction in the Village

Ishmael witnessed the village in flames, littered with bullet shells, evidencing the rebel invasion's devastation.

Tragedy in a Burning House

Ishmael heard screams from a nearby house and managed to free people from it, but tragically, the flames fatally harmed them.

Gasemu’s Distress

Gasemu, on the opposite side of the village, was distraught, observing numerous corpses in various charred states.

Shock and Anguish

Discovering his family’s charred home, Ishmael experienced shock and rage, expressing his grief through violent actions against the wall and blaming Gasemu for their fate.

Confrontation with Gasemu

In a fit of anger, Ishmael assaulted Gasemu by choking him, which only ended when Gasemu fought back, causing a nosebleed.

Arrival of Rebels

Amidst the boys' argument over blame, more than ten rebels entered the village, casually smoking and boasting about their recent violent acts.

Escape and Injury

During a desperate escape through the forest, Gasemu sustained gunshot wounds to his leg and side, prompting the boys to aid him.

Gasemu’s Death

Before reaching Wahlee, Gasemu succumbed to his injuries, his body shaking as he took his last breath while the boys kept him company.

Ishmael’s Guilt

Ishmael felt overwhelming guilt over Gasemu's death, haunted by the thought of his final moments and unable to find peace in sleep.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 11 from 'A Long Way Gone' with these flashcards. Dive into the emotional journey of Ishmael as he navigates through grief and reunions. Explore the significant moments and characters encountered in this chapter.