A Long Walk to Water, Chapters 1-4

Front

What does Nya's mother advise her to do on her next trip to the lake?

Back

Take her little sister with her.

Front

Why does Nya wear a cloth donut on her head in Chapter 3?

Back

It helps her carry water more easily.

Front

How does Salva identify the tribe of the woman in Chapter 3?

Back

Because of the scars she has on her face.

Front

What does Salva eagerly wait to get when he arrives home from school in Chapter 1?

Back

Milk.

Front

What does Salva wake up to in the barn in Chapter 2?

Back

Being alone.

Front

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

Back

Water is essential for survival and is a daily struggle to obtain.

Front

What does the cloth donut symbolize in Nya's culture?

Back

It represents practicality and the customs of women in Sudan.

Front

How does Salva's experience differ from Nya's in the story?

Back

Salva faces displacement and uncertainty, while Nya's struggle is focused on daily survival.

Front

What role do women and children play in the story?

Back

They are often depicted as caregivers and bearers of burdens, highlighting their resilience.

Front

What does the setting of Sudan contribute to the story?

Back

It emphasizes the challenges of survival in a war-torn and resource-scarce environment.