A Long Walk to Water Review

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Who is Salva?

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Salva is a character in 'A Long Walk to Water' who experiences the challenges of war and displacement in Southern Sudan.

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What is the main setting of 'A Long Walk to Water'?

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The main setting of the novel is Southern Sudan.

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What does Salva's teacher advise him to do when danger is near?

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Salva's teacher advises him to stay away from the villages and run into the bush.

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What is the significance of water in the story?

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Water represents survival and the daily struggles faced by the characters, especially Nya who walks for hours to fetch it.

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Who is Nya?

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Nya is a character in 'A Long Walk to Water' who spends her days walking to get water for her family.

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What is the name of Nya's five-year-old sister?

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Nya's five-year-old sister is named Akeer.

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How long had it been since Salva had seen his father?

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It had been 19 years since Salva had seen his father.

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What does the bush symbolize in the story?

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The bush symbolizes safety and a place to hide from danger.

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What challenges do Salva and Nya face in their daily lives?

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Salva faces the challenges of war and displacement, while Nya faces the daily struggle of fetching water.

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What is the main theme of 'A Long Walk to Water'?

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The main theme is resilience and the importance of hope in the face of adversity.