1. CHAPTER 13

‘ … there were no indications that our childhood was threatened (or) that we would be robbed of it.’

i) Brotherhood:

• • • Group identity and dependency. 
    • False sense of enjoyment.
    • The uniform gives a sense of belonging.

ii) The reality of the life of a soldier:

• • • Fear and vulnerability.
    • Death.

iii) Never forget that these are children.

• • • Who is the enemy?
    • How is killing justified?

iv) Effects of the drugs.

2. CHAPTER 14

`It was as if nothing else existed outside our reality.’

i) How have the boys been brainwashed and desensitised?

ii) Their addictions create a dependency and false reality. 

iii) Lieutenant’s speech:

• • • Consider the purpose of his speech.
    • Is it logical?
    • How are the soldiers different from the rebels? 
    • Valueless promotions as incentives. 

Learner Preparation for LESSON 33:

1. Learners to read CHAPTER 15.

2. Learners to consider the following for discussion:

i) The young soldiers’ perception of:

• • • brotherhood
    • betrayal

3. Learners’ Task:

Write a speech (150-200 words) as a young boy ( Ishmael Baer) in response to the lieutenant’s speech in CHAPTER 14. 

Literary Essay First Draft: Refer to LESSON 20