ALWTW C17

What was Nya's father building in Southern Sudan in 2009?

• A house

• A barn

• A school

• A hospital

Why was Nya surprised about the school?

• It was going to be very small

• It was going to be for boys only

• It was going to be close to her home

• It was going to be built in another village

What did Salva's father do when he recognized him?

• He was angry

• He cried out in joy

• He asked him to leave

• He did not recognize him

What illness did Salva's father suffer from?

• Cholera

• Tuberculosis

• Guinea worms

• Malaria

What did Salva promise his father before leaving?

• To send money

• To bring him to America

• To return to the village when it's safe

• To build a school

What idea did Salva have on the plane back to the United States?

• To start a business

• To help the people of Sudan

• To write a book

• To become a teacher

What was Salva's main challenge in starting his project?

• Finding a place to build

• Getting permission from the government

• Raising money

• Hiring workers

Where did Salva first speak about his project?

• At a community center

• In a school cafeteria

• In a church

• In a library

What helped Salva overcome his fear of speaking in public?

• Remembering his uncle's words

• Seeing the friendly audience

• Practicing in front of a mirror

• Writing a script

What kept Salva motivated to continue working on his project?

• His father's encouragement

• His uncle's advice

• His friends' support

• His mother's wish