A Long Walk to Water Comprehension

Describe Salva's journey to find safety in the book 'A Long Walk to Water'.

• Salva's journey involved finding safety in his own village

• Salva's journey involved flying to a safe country

• Salva's journey involved taking a boat across the ocean to find safety

• Salva's journey to find safety in the book 'A Long Walk to Water' involves walking for days through dangerous territory, facing hunger, thirst, and the threat of wild animals and armed rebels. He eventually finds safety in a refugee camp in Kenya.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Explain Nya's struggle for clean water in the story.

• Nya never struggled to find clean water in the story

• Nya's struggle for clean water in the story is depicted through her daily long walks to fetch water from a dirty pond, which is a difficult and time-consuming task for her.

• Nya's struggle for clean water was not a significant part of the story

• Nya had a convenient and easy access to clean water in the story

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How did the impact of war affect civilians in the book?

• The impact of war on civilians in the book was minimal, with no significant consequences

• Civilians in the book were largely unaffected by the war, experiencing no loss or trauma

• The impact of war on civilians in the book was positive, leading to improved living conditions and opportunities

• The impact of war on civilians in the book was devastating, leading to loss of life, displacement, and trauma.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What are some survival strategies used by the characters in harsh conditions?

• Some survival strategies used by the characters in harsh conditions include sticking together, learning to fight the soldiers, and growing food.

• Making things to trade for food and water.

• Walking only at night and resting during the day to avoid the heat.

• Some survival strategies used by characters in difficult conditions include seeking shelter, finding food and water, staying warm, and protecting themselves from natural hazards.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What challenges did Salva face during his journey for safety?

• Salva faced challenges such as walking long distances in harsh conditions, encountering dangerous animals, and dealing with the threat of armed conflict.

• Salva faced challenges such as taking a leisurely stroll, encountering domesticated animals, and dealing with the threat of a peaceful environment.

• Salva faced challenges such as flying on a private jet, encountering harmless animals, and dealing with the threat of boredom.

• Salva faced challenges such as riding a comfortable vehicle, encountering friendly animals, and dealing with the threat of peace and tranquility.

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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

How did Nya's daily life revolve around the struggle for clean water?

• Nya's daily life revolved around spending all day at the market instead of fetching water

• Nya's daily life revolved around having easy access to clean water at her doorstep

• Nya's daily life revolved around using a water filter to easily obtain clean water

• Nya's daily life revolved around walking long distances to fetch water from a dirty pond, which took up a significant amount of her time and energy.

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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

In what ways did the war disrupt the lives of the characters in the book?

• The war made the characters' lives easier and more enjoyable, bringing them closer to their families.

• The war disrupted the lives of the characters in the book by causing physical and emotional trauma, separation from loved ones, loss of homes and possessions, and a constant state of fear and uncertainty.

• The war brought prosperity and stability to the characters' lives. They were able to earn more wealth.

• The war had no impact on the characters' lives

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Explain the significance of the geographical setting in 'A Long Walk to Water'.

• The geographical setting in 'A Long Walk to Water' is significant because it plays a crucial role in shaping the characters' experiences and the challenges they face. The harsh environment and lack of access to clean water are central to the story and drive the characters' actions and decisions.

• The geographical setting is insignificant and has no impact on the characters' experiences

• The geographical setting is only important for the physical descriptions of the environment

• The geographical setting is only mentioned briefly and does not affect the story

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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

Identify a motif that appears throughout the story.

• race

• survival

• joy

• pain

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How does the author show the motif of survival in "A Long Walk to Water"?

• The author portrays the motif of survival in 'A Long Walk to Water' by showing the characters' struggle to find food and water, their ability to adapt to harsh conditions, and their determination to keep going despite the challenges they face.

• The author portrays the motif of survival in 'A Long Walk to Water' by showing the characters' struggle to find a good job

• The author portrays the motif of survival in 'A Long Walk to Water' by showing the characters' struggle to get good grades in school

• The author portrays the motif of survival in 'A Long Walk to Water' by showing the characters' struggle to find a good house

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2