"A Long Way Gone" Test Review

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Who is the nurse that Ishmael connects with while he is at Bennin Home?

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Ester is the nurse that Ishmael connects with at Bennin Home.

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What was a significant cause of the Sierra Leone Civil War?

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The Sierra Leone Civil War began due to an unstable and corrupt government.

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What does RUF stand for in the context of the Sierra Leone Civil War?

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RUF stands for Revolutionary United Front, the group involved in the civil war.

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In Ishmael's nightmare, whose face does he see under the sheets?

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Ishmael sees his own face under the sheets in his nightmare.

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What organization rescued Ishmael during the civil war?

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UNICEF is the organization that rescued Ishmael.

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What role did child soldiers play in the Sierra Leone Civil War?

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Child soldiers were a significant aspect of the conflict, often forced to fight.

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What is the significance of the character Ester in 'A Long Way Gone'?

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Ester represents compassion and care, providing support to Ishmael during his trauma.

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How did the civil war impact the lives of children in Sierra Leone?

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The civil war led to many children being recruited as soldiers, losing their childhood.

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What does the term 'child soldier' mean?

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A child soldier is a person under 18 who is recruited or used by an armed force.

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What psychological effects did the war have on Ishmael?

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Ishmael experienced trauma, nightmares, and a struggle to cope with his experiences.