A Long Walk to Water Chapters 9-10

Front

What happened to Salva in the desert?

Back

Salva stubbed his toe and lost his toenail.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What did the group find at the edge of the pond?

Back

They found a dead stork.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What were the strangers talking with the chief about?

Back

They were discussing water.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What has been worrying Salva the whole time he has been walking towards Ethiopia?

Back

Salva is worried about how his parents will find him if he is in another country.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What happened as the group was preparing to eat the stork?

Back

A group of men appeared and robbed them.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

Define the term 'desert'.

Back

A desert is a dry, barren area of land, often covered with sand, where little precipitation occurs.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is the significance of water in 'A Long Walk to Water'?

Back

Water is a vital resource for survival and symbolizes hope and life in the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

Explain the concept of survival in the context of the story.

Back

Survival involves finding food, water, and safety, which are central challenges faced by Salva and the group.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What role does community play in Salva's journey?

Back

Community provides support, resources, and companionship, which are crucial for survival.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

Front

What does the dead stork symbolize in the story?

Back

The dead stork symbolizes loss and the harsh realities of life in 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