Characters
Which character was like a stepmom to Hassan and Omar?
Fatuma
What country does this book take place in?
Kenya
When the book first starts how long had Omar and Hassan been living in the camp?
7 years
Omar Mohamed and Victoria Jamieson
What did the kids use to play soccer since they didn't have a ball?
Plastic Bags
What is "Jeri" a nickname for?
Someone who limps
What is the name of the refugee camp that they are living in?
Why did Omar and Hassan have to flee their home?
There was a war going on and it wasn't safe.
What year was this book published?
2020
How often did they get food rations?
Every 15 days.
What was the name of the goat that Omar, Hassan and Fatuma get?
Where are Hassan and Omar from originally?
Somalia
Why can't Maryam take the exams to go on to the next level of school?
Who was the colorist for this book?
Iman Geddy
What does Hooya mean?
Who is the UN worker who helps Omar to get a uniform so he can go to high school?
Susan Martinez
Dagahaley camp
Why does Omar lash out at Nimo?
Because he is jealous and angry she got a second interview with the UN/is getting resettled.
For what book did Victoria Jamieson win a Newbery Honor?
Roller Girl
Who says the camp is more like a waiting room than a prison?
Fatuma
Who found Hassan?
Munira and her daughter Sarura
Where in the US did Hassan and Omar end up being resettled?
Tucson, Arizona
Why does Hassan run away toward's the end of the story?
Because the goat died and Fatuma was crying.
Who is the publisher of this book?
Dial Books for Young Readers
What do Jeri and Omar sell to make money during Ramadan?
Orange Drink