A Long Walk to Water Chapter 16/17

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What is the significance of sprinkling water on someone who has returned after being lost?

Back

It is a custom that symbolizes welcome and purification for those who have been lost.

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What does Salva plan to do after settling in New York?

Back

He plans to take a trip back to Sudan.

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What emotional moment causes Salva to cry when he arrives in New York?

Back

He cries when he leaves the airport with his new family, realizing he is leaving his old life behind.

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What important news does Salva receive from his cousin's email?

Back

He learns that his father is alive.

Front

True or False: Salva was never able to return home due to the ongoing war in Sudan.

Back

False.

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What does the act of leaving one's home signify in the context of Salva's journey?

Back

It signifies loss, change, and the beginning of a new chapter in life.

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How does Salva's experience in New York differ from his life in Sudan?

Back

In New York, Salva faces challenges like cold weather and cultural differences, contrasting with the survival struggles in Sudan.

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What role does family play in Salva's story?

Back

Family is a central theme, representing hope, motivation, and the emotional ties that drive Salva's actions.

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What does Salva's journey illustrate about resilience?

Back

It shows that resilience is the ability to adapt and overcome challenges despite difficult circumstances.

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How does Salva's understanding of home evolve throughout the story?

Back

His understanding evolves from a physical place to a sense of belonging with loved ones.