Ishmael Beah

Grade 11β€’45 minutes

Learning Objective

I can analyze the impact of war on Ishmael Beah's life and identity.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Describe Ishmael Beah's initial experience arriving in New York City, focusing on the lost luggage incident. What does this incident symbolize in the context of his journey?

2. How did Ishmael's experiences in the war affect his ability to trust and experience happiness, as mentioned in the video?

3. Explain the challenges Ishmael faced when trying to enroll in school in New York City. Why was it difficult for him to provide the required documentation?

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Educational Video

Ishmael Beah | Unusual Normality | New York City Mainstage 2015

The Moth

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