I believe this quote will help Beah overcome his internal fears with the war. Because he's touched by this and because he's only 12, he doesn't know that the rebels are trying to kill everybody in every village.
The reason why it makes me think so, is because you want something good to happen to you in your life. You want good things to happen. You don't want to have fear for whatever the bad things will do to you in your life.
Again, am I making enough sense? If so, I'm the MAN! Doing!!!! (The sound doing not the word doing like you're doing something. lol!)
Anyway, I hope that makes sense to you. Let me know ASAP if you need more assistance with your homework. I'm the guy to help you with.
Anyway, I think we should chat a little bit.
Whatdya say? Should we chat?
Thanks again and get back to me when you get a chance,
Cameron Green (boy)