A Long Walk to Water Chapters 1-6

Front

Who does Salva find while walking towards Ethiopia?

Back

His uncle.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

Identify the setting of the novel "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park.

Back

Southern Sudan.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the central idea of Salva's story in chapter 1?

Back

Life can change in an instant.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

Nya's daily routine is to get the water for her family. What is the best word to characterize her based on this information?

Back

Determined.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What did Nya step on while walking to water?

Back

A thorn.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the significance of water in Nya's life?

Back

Water is essential for survival and represents the daily struggle for resources.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Salva's journey reflect the experiences of many refugees?

Back

Salva's journey illustrates the challenges, uncertainties, and resilience faced by refugees.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

Front

What role does family play in Salva's story?

Back

Family provides support and motivation, but also highlights the pain of separation.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

Describe the theme of perseverance in "A Long Walk to Water."

Back

Perseverance is shown through the characters' determination to overcome obstacles.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What does the character of Nya represent in the story?

Back

Nya represents the struggles of many people in Sudan who lack access to clean water.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6