A Long Walk to Water Chapters 9-10

Front

What is the main concern of Salva while walking towards Ethiopia?

Back

Salva is worried about how his parents will find him if he is in another country.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What event occurred while the group was preparing to eat the Stork?

Back

A group of men appeared and robbed them.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

Who were the robbers that attacked Salva's group?

Back

The robbers were members of the Nuer Tribe.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What injury did Salva sustain in the desert?

Back

Salva stubbed his toe and lost his toenail.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What action did the women in Salva's group take?

Back

The women gave the men water.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What does the character Salva symbolize in the story?

Back

Salva symbolizes resilience and hope in the face of adversity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of the Stork in the story?

Back

The Stork represents the struggle for survival and the harsh realities of life in conflict zones.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How does the environment affect Salva's journey?

Back

The harsh desert environment poses physical challenges, such as dehydration and injury.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does community play in Salva's journey?

Back

Community provides support and resources, highlighting the importance of cooperation in survival.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

What does the act of robbing the group signify in the context of the story?

Back

It signifies the dangers and moral complexities faced by individuals in war-torn regions.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2