A Long Walk to Water Chapter 8

Front

What fruit did Salva's father bring him as a gift before the war?

Back

Mangoes.

Front

Why is Salva unable to fall asleep in the canoe?

Back

He is afraid of falling out of the canoe.

Front

How can Nya and her mother clean their water?

Back

With a water filter.

Front

What did the nurse say caused Akeer's sickness?

Back

Her sickness came from the water.

Front

Where do fishermen go when the sun goes down?

Back

Under mosquito net 'tents'.

Front

What is the significance of mangoes in Salva's life?

Back

They represent a connection to his father and a time of peace before the war.

Front

What does Salva's fear of falling out of the canoe symbolize?

Back

His fear of losing safety and stability in a chaotic world.

Front

Why is clean water important for Nya and her family?

Back

It prevents sickness and supports their health.

Front

What role does the nurse play in the story?

Back

She provides medical care and education about health.

Front

What does the phrase 'under mosquito net tents' imply about the living conditions?

Back

It suggests a need for protection from disease-carrying mosquitoes.