A Long Walk to Water

Front

What is a central idea presented in both Nya and Salva's stories in chapter 6?

Back

The African bush is fiercely dangerous for many reasons.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

Why did Salva return to his homeland the first time?

Back

He learned his father was alive and wanted to visit him.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Where does the story 'A Long Walk to Water' mostly take place?

Back

Sudan

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

How do we know Buksa knows a lot about the African wilderness?

Back

He led the group to a beehive.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What statement would Salva and Nya both agree with?

Back

Living in Sudan is difficult for various reasons.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What challenges do Nya and Salva face in their journeys?

Back

Both face dangers from the environment, lack of resources, and conflict.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the journey to find water symbolize in the story?

Back

The journey symbolizes hope, survival, and the struggle for life.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

Who are the Dinka and Nuer tribes?

Back

They are two ethnic groups in Sudan that have historical conflicts.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What role does family play in Salva's story?

Back

Family motivates Salva to keep going and find his father.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the setting influence the characters' experiences?

Back

The harsh environment of Sudan presents physical and emotional challenges.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3