Questions from ch. 1-7 A Long Walk to Water

Salva’s route goes from Loun-Ariik to Kakuma. What environments does he travel through?

• Desert and savannah

• Mountains and forests

• Urban areas and rivers

• Plains and lakes

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Before his village was attacked, Salva was daydreaming about his life at home. What are some things we learned about him in this passage?

• He enjoyed being greeted by his mother with a cup of milk after school.

• He was responsible for getting water every day.

• He disliked going to school.

• He was excited about the upcoming harvest.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

At this time (1985) why are North Sudan and South Sudan fighting?

• Religious differences

• Economic reasons

• Water rights

• Cultural conflicts

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Salva’s choice to step forward when his group was with the rebels tells the reader something about his character - what is it?

• He is brave.

• He is fearful.

• He is indecisive.

• He is careless.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why does Salva keep repeating the words, “where is my family” throughout the chapter?

• He is trying to remember his family.

• He is worried about their safety.

• He is practicing his language skills.

• He is trying to distract himself.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why did the Dinka men consider leaving Salva behind at the old woman's house? And why did they decide to let him join them?

• They thought he was too young and weak, but decided to let him join because he was determined.

• They were afraid he would slow them down, but let him join because he was brave.

• They didn't like him, but let him join because he had food.

• They were unsure of his loyalty, but let him join because he knew the way.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

A typical day in Salva’s new life can be described as:

• Busy with work and family responsibilities

• Relaxed and leisurely with no commitments

• Focused on education and learning new skills

• Traveling and exploring new places

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Salva knew that Marial was not from his village because:

• Marial spoke a different language.

• Marial wore different clothes.

• Marial had a different accent.

• Marial was from a neighboring tribe.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What do we now know about Salva’s and Nya’s tribes? What inferences can we make based on this information?

• Salva's tribe is known for their cattle herding.

• Nya's tribe is known for their fishing skills.

• Both tribes are known for their agricultural practices.

• Salva's tribe is known for their fishing skills.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Salva finally finds a family member - who is it?

• His mother

• His father

• His uncle

• His brother

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5