A Long Walk to Water Chapter 6 Comprehension Questions

Front

What is one benefit Nya experiences at the camp?

Back

Nya did not have to make two long trips to find water.

Front

What does the word 'wailing' mean?

Back

Crying uncontrollably.

Front

What is an example of makeshift housing?

Back

Tent.

Front

Which reason does Nya’s mother NOT have for disliking the camp?

Back

Her mother is upset that the water is not all that clean by the pond.

Front

Why does Salva feel miserable after eating Topi?

Back

Salva ate too fast because he was so hungry.

Front

What does 'makeshift' mean in the context of shelters?

Back

Temporary and improvised.

Front

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

Back

Water is essential for survival and is a daily struggle to obtain.

Front

How does Salva's experience differ from Nya's?

Back

Salva is on a journey to find his family, while Nya is focused on daily survival.

Front

What emotions does Salva experience throughout the story?

Back

Fear, loneliness, and hope.

Front

What role does family play in the lives of Nya and Salva?

Back

Family provides support and motivation for survival.