A Long Walk To Water Chapter 12

Front

What river were Salva and other refugees being forced toward?

Back

Gilo

Front

Describe the appearance of the school in the refugee camp.

Back

It was a small tent.

Front

What does Salva tell himself to cope with his situation?

Back

I need only to get through the rest of this day.

Front

How does Salva feel without his family?

Back

He feels like he is standing on the edge of a giant hole.

Front

What is the river known for?

Back

Crocodiles.

Front

What emotional state does Salva experience throughout Chapter 12?

Back

He experiences feelings of loneliness and despair.

Front

What does the giant hole symbolize in Salva's experience?

Back

It symbolizes his feelings of loss and emptiness without his family.

Front

What is the significance of the Gilo river in the story?

Back

It represents both danger and a barrier for the refugees.

Front

How does the environment of the refugee camp affect Salva's education?

Back

It limits his education to makeshift schooling in small tents.

Front

What coping mechanism does Salva use to manage his fear and uncertainty?

Back

He focuses on getting through one day at a time.