Chapter 16- Themes in A Long Walk to Water

What is the main setting of Chapter 16 in "A Long Walk to Water"?

• The Nile River

• The refugee camp in Kenya

• The city of Juba

• The desert in Ethiopia

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Which character is reunited with a family member in Chapter 16 of "A Long Walk to Water"?

• Nya

• Salva

• Uncle Jewiir

• Michael

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What does the word "precede" most likely mean, based on the prefix "pre-"?

• To follow after

• To go before

• To stop suddenly

• To move around

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Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

• Saying "What a beautiful day" during a thunderstorm

• Describing a character’s appearance

• Explaining the plot of the story

• Naming a character after a famous person

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Based on Chapter 16, how does Salva’s experience in the refugee camp contribute to the development of the central theme of hope?

• It shows that hope is lost when people are separated from family.

• It demonstrates that hope can be maintained even in difficult circumstances.

• It proves that hope is unnecessary for survival.

• It suggests that hope only comes from wealth.

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Which detail from Chapter 16 best supports the inference that Salva is determined to help others?

• Salva enjoys playing soccer in the camp.

• Salva begins to plan how he can help people in Sudan get clean water.

• Salva misses his family.

• Salva learns English from Michael.

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What can you infer about Michael’s character based on his actions in Chapter 16?

• He is selfish and unkind.

• He is helpful and supportive.

• He is uninterested in others.

• He is afraid of Salva.

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Which word in the following sentence from Chapter 16 contains a Greek or Latin root, and what does it mean? "Salva was determined to succeed despite the obstacles."

• determined; to decide

• succeed; to go under

• obstacles; to stand in the way

• despite; to look forward

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How does the author use irony in Chapter 16 to highlight Salva’s journey?

• By showing that Salva is happy to leave the camp

• By describing how Salva finds hope in a place of despair

• By making Salva forget his past

• By having Salva ignore the other refugees

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Using evidence from Chapter 16, analyze how the setting influences Salva’s decisions and actions. Which statement best explains this relationship?

• The harsh conditions of the camp make Salva give up on his dreams.

• The opportunities in the camp, such as learning English, inspire Salva to plan for a better future.

• The camp’s isolation causes Salva to become withdrawn and silent.

• The camp’s abundance of resources makes Salva complacent.

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