A Long Walk to Water Chapters 13-18

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What is the significance of drilling a borehole in Nya's village?

Back

Drilling a borehole is significant because it provides access to clean water, which is essential for the health and well-being of the community.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What evidence indicates where to find clean water when drilling a borehole?

Back

The evidence is that they need to drill deep enough into the ground to access good clean water underground.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What infrastructure was planned to be built in Nya's village after the well?

Back

In addition to the well, other infrastructure such as a school and health clinic were planned to be built.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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Who did Salva go back to visit in Southern Sudan while living in the United States?

Back

Salva went back to visit his father.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What is a borehole?

Back

A borehole is a deep, narrow hole drilled into the ground to access underground water.

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

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How long did Salva spend in the Kakuma and Ifo refugee camps?

Back

Salva spent 5 years in the Kakuma and Ifo refugee camps.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What challenges did Nya face in her daily life before the well was built?

Back

Nya faced the challenge of walking long distances to fetch water, which was often dirty and unsafe.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What role does clean water play in a community's development?

Back

Clean water is crucial for health, education, and economic development, as it reduces disease and allows children to attend school.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What are the potential benefits of building a well in a village?

Back

Benefits include improved health, reduced time spent collecting water, and increased opportunities for education and economic activities.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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How does Salva's journey reflect the themes of resilience and hope?

Back

Salva's journey shows resilience as he overcomes numerous obstacles and maintains hope for reuniting with his family and improving his community.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7