A Long Walk to Water, chapters 12-13

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What is the Gilo River known for?

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The Gilo River is known for having crocodiles.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Why did Salva have to leave the refugee camp in Ethiopia?

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Salva had to leave because the Ethiopian government was collapsing.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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Did Salva come close to drowning in the river?

Back

Yes, Salva came close to drowning in the river.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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How does Salva feel without his family?

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Salva feels as if he is standing on the edge of a giant hole filled with despair.

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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

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Did soldiers force the refugees to jump off a cliff?

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No, the soldiers did not force the refugees to jump off a cliff.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is a key theme in 'A Long Walk to Water'?

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A key theme is survival and the struggle for hope in difficult circumstances.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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Who is the main character in 'A Long Walk to Water'?

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The main character is Salva Dut.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

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CCSS.RL.K.6

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What does Salva's journey symbolize?

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Salva's journey symbolizes resilience and the quest for safety.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

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What challenges did Salva face during his journey?

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Salva faced challenges such as hunger, fear, and the loss of family.

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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

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What role does water play in the story?

Back

Water represents life, hope, and the struggle for survival.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2