Places
In which country was Omar born in? (Where is he from?)
Somalia
What is the name of Omar's younger brother?
Hassan
How many years did Omar and Hassan spend living in the refugee camp?
15 years
What do the children use to make a "soccer ball" since they don't have a real one?
Plastic Bags
What does "hooyo" mean? (Hassan's only word)
Mother
In which country is the Dadaab refugee camp located?
Kenya
Who is the kind neighbor that acts as a foster mother to Omar and Hassan?
Fatuma
Why does Omar initially refuse to go to school?
He feels he needs to stay and take care of Hassan
What does Omar have to do to get water for his family every day?
Wait in long lines at the water pump with his water jug
What significant medical event does Hassan suffer from throughout the book?
Seizures
Which organization is responsible for managing the camp and the resettlement lists?
The UN (UNHCR)
What is the name of Omar’s driven and studious female friend who fights to stay in school?
Maryam
What does Maryam’s father do that threatens her ability to finish her education?
Forces her into marriage
What color are the UN tents and water jugs often depicted in the book?
Blue
What is the name of the non-profit organization Omar founded to help students in Dadaab?
Refugee Strong
What country (and state) are Omar and Hassan eventually resettled in?
Arizona, USA
What is the name of the tall, encouraging teacher who convinces Omar to go to school?
Michael
What is the name of the lengthy, stressful meetings refugees must pass to be moved to a new country?
Resettlement interviews
What do Omar and his friends use as "ink" when they run out of school supplies?
They mix charcoal with water.
What happens to the "tall tree" that served as a community gathering spot in the camp?
It is cut down for firewood, symbolizing the desperation and loss in the camp.
What is the name of the specific sub-camp where Omar and Hassan live?
Hagadera
What is the name of the social worker who finally gives Omar the news that they are going to America?
Susana
How many "interviews" did Omar and Hassan have to go through before being accepted?
Three
What specific food item is a rare and highly prized treat in the camp, often mentioned by the characters?
Oranges
What is the meaning behind the title When Stars Are Scattered?
It refers to the Somali people being scattered across the world like stars due to the war.