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

Why does the author use italics throughout the novel?

Back

To let the reader know Salva's inner thoughts.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

Why doesn't Nya want to walk to the pond with Akeer?

Back

Akeer is too small, and she will slow Nya down.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does it mean when Buksa hears and follows a bird that will lead them to honey?

Back

This shows that Buksa is resourceful.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

What does the term 'bush' refer to when the teacher tells the boys to 'run into the bush'?

Back

A large area thickly covered with mixed plant growth.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is the significance of Salva's journey in 'A Long Walk to Water'?

Back

It represents resilience and the struggle for survival.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

Front

How does Nya's daily routine reflect the challenges faced by her community?

Back

Nya's routine of walking for water highlights the scarcity of resources.

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 family play in Salva's journey?

Back

Family provides support and motivation, as seen when Salva finds his uncle.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

How does the author convey the theme of hope in the story?

Back

Through Salva's determination to find safety and reunite with family.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does the character of Akeer represent in Nya's life?

Back

Akeer represents the burden of responsibility and the challenges of caring for family.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3