"A Long Walk to Water" Summative Assessment

Front

What dangerous animal lived in the Gilo river?

Back

Crocodiles

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What should Salva do instead of running home?

Back

Run into the Bush.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Who is Salva?

Back

Salva is a real person.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

Who is Nya?

Back

Nya is a character based on real people.

Front

What tribe was Salva a member of?

Back

Dinka

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How did Nya feel about the water from the well?

Back

She thought the water was delicious.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the main theme of 'A Long Walk to Water'?

Back

Survival and resilience in the face of adversity.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

Front

What does the Gilo river symbolize in the story?

Back

The dangers and challenges faced by the characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is the significance of water in Nya's life?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Salva's journey reflect the experiences of many refugees?

Back

It highlights the challenges of displacement, loss, and the search for safety.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7