A Long Walk To Water - Chapters 1-3

Front

Why does Salva learn Arabic Language?

Back

It is the official language of the Sudanese government.

Front

What is the central idea of Salva's story in Chapter 1?

Back

Life can change quickly from predictable to disorderly.

Front

Why don't Salva's sisters, Akit and Agnath, go to school?

Back

They are girls.

Front

Why doesn't Salva attend school year round?

Back

During the dry season his family moved away from the village.

Front

Dress (as used in the sentence): Some of them gathered wood to build a fire. Others helped clean and dress the animal. Then they roasted it on the fire.

Back

prepare

Front

Why was there war in Sudan?

Back

The government wanted all of Sudan to become Muslim but people in the south had different religions and did not want to practice Islam.

Front

What year is Salva's story set? Options: 2008, 1985, 1987, 2005

Back

1985

Front

What is the purpose of Nya's journey each day?

Back

To get water 

Front

What did Salva call the woman who allowed him to sleep in her barn?

Back

Auntie

Front

Who was the village of Loud-Ariik named after?

Back

Salva's Grandfather