A Long Way Gone

A Long Way Gone

The boys come in contact with an old man in a village. Why is he there alone? How does he help the group of boys? Why won't he tell them his name? Chapter 8

Asked by
Last updated by jill d #170087
Answers 1
Add Yours

The old man is alone because the rest of the village fled before their arrival. He helps the boys by giving them directions. He will not tell the boys his name because he wants them to save the space in their memories for more important things.

Source(s)

A Long Way Gone