Chapter 27 - lam sing refugee camp

What is the mood of Meng, Eang and Loung as they leave for America? Do you agree
with where Loung ended her story? Why or why not?

Chapter 26 - from cambodia to vietnam

1. How does the destruction of Phnom Penh mirror the destruction Loung’s and other
Cambodian children’s innocence?
2. How do Meng, Eang, and Loung cope while in Vietnam? Provide specific examples to
support your answer.

Chapter 24 - the execution

Do you believe that a person should be executed (killed) for doing something wrong? Why or why not? Would you witness it?

Chapter 23 - khmer rouge attack

If you were Loung, running back to the shelter to get the backpack, would you help the people who are screaming for help? Would you say anything to Pithy's mother? If so, what would you say?

Chapter 22 - flying bullets

While Loung and Pithy are walking in the forest to fetch firewood, they come across a dead Khmer Rouge soldier. Loung believes that because she looked at the dead body and poked around it, she contracted red eye disease.

1. What are your reactions to this scene?
2. What superstitions do you believe in or have heard of?

Chapter 21 - foster family

Predict Loung's future. Do think the foster family arrangement will be positive for Loung?

Chapter 20 - youn invasion

Describe the youn invasion through the use of imagery (what does Loung see, smell, taste, hear and feel)? Even if Loung does not give us all of the details, please use your knowledge of Loung and the story.