82 pages 2 hours read

Abdi Nor Iftin

Call Me American

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2018

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Essay Topics

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How does Abdi’s idea of America differ from reality?

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Abdi’s mother goes to extreme lengths to keep her children safe. In what ways does her upbringing as a nomadic farmer influence her actions in later life?

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Somalia’s harsh climate leads to drought on numerous occasions. How does this tough environment reflect the country’s recent outbreak of violence?