Chapter 2 & 3 Quiz

What does “Dinka” mean?

• A group of people who live in South Sudan and share the same culture.

• People who fight against the leaders of a country.

• A wild area with plants, trees, and tall grass.

• Sharp parts on plants that can hurt you.

What are “Rebels”?

• A wild area with plants, trees, and tall grass.

• People who fight against the leaders of a country.

• Important jobs you must do.

• Sharp parts on plants that can hurt you.

In Chapter 2, what can we learn about Nya?

• She is lazy.

• She is sick.

• She walks without shoes.

• She is strong and determined.

How does Salva find something familiar in Chapter 2?

• He sees his family.

• He meets people from his village.

Who does Salva call “fierce and watchful”?

• His parents

• His brothers

• Rebel soldiers

• Teenage boys in the rebel camp

What is true about Salva’s family?

• They are poor compared to others in the village.

• They are important and well-respected.

• They are government leaders.

• They are funny and love to joke.

Why do the women and children walk away from the rebels?

• They want to go home.

• They are scared of the rebels.

• They want to avoid a fight.

• They need to find a safe place to stay.

Where does Salva sleep at the end of Chapter 2?

• At home.

• In a barn.

• Outside.

• In the rebel camp.

In Chapter 3, why does the old woman leave Salva behind?

• She is afraid of the rebels.

• She cannot take care of him.

• She is going to a dangerous place.

• She thinks he will slow her down.

What does the word “Bush” mean?

• A wild area with plants, trees, and grass.

• A sharp part of a plant.

• Important jobs you have to do.

• A group of people in South Sudan.