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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, how far away was it rumored that the rebels were stationed?
(a) 30 miles.
(b) 35 miles.
(c) 20 miles.
(d) 25 miles.

2. How old was Ishmael the first time he was touched by war?
(a) 14.
(b) 15.
(c) 12.
(d) 13.

3. How many miles did Ishmael, his brother, and friend have to travel to Mattru Jong after leaving Ishmael's grandmother's village?
(a) 6.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

4. Why wouldn't the families who had walked to Ishmael's village stay there?
(a) They had family to stay with.
(b) They knew the war was coming to his village.
(c) They were sick and looking for a hospital.
(d) They wanted to leave the country.

5. Including him, how many were in Ishmael's rap and dance group?
(a) 3.
(b) 5.
(c) 4.
(d) 6.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Ishmael in Chapter 1?

2. in what country near Ishmael's village was a war going on?

3. What time did Ishmael, his brother, and friend arrive at his grandmother's village?

4. Where was Ishmael living in Chapter 2?

5. When did Sierra Leone gain independence?

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