Unit 5: A Long Walk to Water

As the jet suddenly ___ to the left, the passengers tightly gripped their armrests.

• survived

• scurried

• collapsed

• veered

As the recess bell rang, the children ___to the door.

• scurried

• veered

• collapsed

• confused

The nurse _____ in her bed exhausted after a busy twelve hour shift at the hospital.

• veered

• scurried

• collapsed

• worried

Why did Salva begin to run?

• because he was being chased

• because he was late for school

• because he wanted to be in better shape

• because he saw and heard an explosion

Which word best describes this selection?

• angry

• fearful

• excited

• hopeful

Which of the following is an example of a collapse?

• a falling building

• a stack of bills

Which of the following would cause most people to hesitate?

• having an ice cream cone

• skydiving

Which of the following is an example of scurry?

• a sleeping dog

• a running mouse

Which would someone shoulder?

• a heavy backpack

• a bouquet of flowers

BOOM!

Salva turned and looked. Behind him a huge black cloud of smoke rose. Flames darted out of its base. Overhead a jet plane veered away like a sleek evil bird.

How do the sentences above contribute to the rising action of the story?

• They introduce the characters.

• They establish a threatening tone.

• They explain why it is important to get a good education.

• They explain Salva's sadness.