Exploring Chapter 11 of A Long Walk to Water

The transcript covers Chapter 11 of 'A Long Walk to Water' by Linda Sue Park. It describes Nia's daily routine in Southern Sudan, 2008, and the challenges of clearing land. The narrative shifts to 1985, where Salva mourns his uncle's death and continues his journey with renewed determination. Salva arrives at a refugee camp, overwhelmed by the number of people and the hope of finding his family. Despite the challenges, he remains resolute in his quest for survival and belonging.

What dangers did Nia's village face while clearing the land?

• Wild animals

• Poisonous snakes and scorpions

• Floods

• Extreme heat

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Why did Salva's group stop walking for a day?

• They reached their destination

• They were too tired

• To mourn the death of Salva's uncle

• They needed to find food

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

How did Salva feel after the death of his uncle?

• Indifferent

• Weaker and more afraid

• Angry and vengeful

• Stronger and more determined

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What was Salva's reaction upon seeing the Itang refugee camp for the first time?

• He was overwhelmed by the number of people

• He felt immediately at home

• He felt relieved

• He was disappointed

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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

Why were most of the refugees in the camp boys and young men?

• They were looking for work

• They were separated from their families

• They were sent away to avoid being forced into fighting

• They were the only ones who survived the journey

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How did Salva feel about staying in one place after weeks of walking?

• Bored and uninterested

• Content and relaxed

• Restless and uneasy

• Relieved and happy

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What did Salva receive on his first day at the camp?

• A job assignment

• A place to sleep

• A new set of clothes

• A bowl of boiled maize

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What did Salva promise himself while looking for his family in the camp?

• To find his family if they were there

• To become a leader

• To leave the camp soon

• To make new friends

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What caught Salva's eye that made him think he saw his mother?

• A specific gesture

• An orange headscarf

• A familiar face

• A piece of jewelry

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What was Salva's reaction when he saw the woman with the orange headscarf?

• He waited for her to notice him

• He called out to her

• He pushed and stumbled through the crowd to reach her

• He calmly approached her

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1