Characters
What is the main character's name?
Alem
What country is Alem living in at the moment?
The UK / England
What does 'to flee' mean?
to run away / escape
How many pages are in Refugee Boy?
284
What is the name of the author?
Benjamin Zephaniah
What city is Alem living in at the moment?
London
What does 'refugee' mean?
Someone who has been forced to leave their country e.g. due to war
Which company published Refugee Boy?
Bloomsbury
Who takes Alem to the UK?
His father
What two countries is Alem from?
Ethiopia and Eriteria
What does 'seeking asylum' mean?
Asking for protection in another country because someone fears for their safety in their home country.
When was Refugee Boy first published?
2001
Does Alem have any brothers or sisters?
No
What continent is Alem from?
Africa
What does 'persecution' mean?
To be unfairly targeted due to your religion, race, beliefs etc.
Which country is Benjamin Zephaniah from?
The UK / England
What the names of Alem's social workers? (x2)
Pamela and Mariam
Why does Alem like the UK?
It offers a sense of safety and stability that he doesn’t have in Ethiopia and Eritrea
What does 'prejudice' mean?
Having an unfair or biased opinion about someone or a group of people without really knowing them.
How many chapters are there in Refugee Boy?
27