A Long Walk to Water Ch. 7-9

Front

What is the main health issue Akeer faces 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

True or False: Nya's family decides to take Akeer to the medical clinic.

Back

True

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

Why is Nya concerned about her sister Akeer's illness?

Back

The illness Akeer has can be deadly for young people.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What topic are the mysterious men discussing in Nya's village in Chapter 9?

Back

They are talking about something related to water.

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 title held by Nya's uncle?

Back

Chief of the village.

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 significance of water in Nya's life?

Back

Water is essential for survival and is a daily struggle for Nya and her family.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

How does Akeer's illness impact Nya's responsibilities?

Back

Nya has to take on more responsibilities, including worrying about her sister's health.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the visit from the mysterious men indicate about Nya's village?

Back

It suggests that there may be changes or developments regarding water access.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What role does the medical clinic play in the story?

Back

The medical clinic represents hope and the possibility of healing for those who are sick.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the author portray the theme of survival in these chapters?

Back

Survival is depicted through the struggles of Nya and Akeer in their harsh environment.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2