A Long Walk to Water Ch. 6-8

Front

What illness does Akeer suffer from at the beginning of Chapter 7?

Back

Akeer is very sick from the water.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What significant challenge does Salva face at the end of Chapter 8?

Back

Salva must cross the Akobo Desert.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the likely fate of Marial in the story?

Back

Marial was likely eaten by a lion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What method do the characters use to cross the Nile River?

Back

They build boats to cross the Nile.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

Why is Nya concerned about her sister's health?

Back

The illness contracted by her sister can be deadly for young people.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What are the consequences of drinking contaminated water as depicted in the story?

Back

Contaminated water can lead to severe illness, as seen with Akeer.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does Salva's journey through the Akobo Desert symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes survival and the struggle against harsh conditions.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How does the theme of survival manifest in Chapters 6-8?

Back

Characters face physical challenges and health crises that test their resilience.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What role does the Nile River play in the story?

Back

The Nile River represents both a barrier and a means of survival for the characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How does the author illustrate the dangers of the environment in these chapters?

Back

Through the threats of wild animals and the challenges of crossing deserts and rivers.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2