A Long Walk to Water Vocabulary

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What is the term for when a group of people are transported and settled in a new residential area due to a disaster?

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Resettlement: The process of moving people to a new location, often due to natural or man-made disasters.

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What is it called when a group of people move from one place to another, like Salva's group traveling to the refugee camp?

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Human Migration: The movement of people from one place to another, often for reasons such as safety, employment, or resources.

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What do we call a conflict between groups in the same country?

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Civil War: A war between groups within the same country, often over political or social issues.

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What tropical fruit did Salva's uncle give him to help with hunger?

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Tamarind: A tropical fruit that is often used in cooking and can help alleviate hunger.

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What is the role of a person who works for an aid organization to help those in need?

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Aid Worker: A person who provides assistance and support to individuals affected by crises, such as refugees.

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What is the term for the forced movement of people from their homes due to conflict or disaster?

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Displacement: The process of being forced to leave one's home or country due to conflict, disaster, or persecution.

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What is the term for a person who has been forced to leave their country due to persecution or danger?

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Refugee: An individual who flees their home country to seek safety in another country.

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What is the term for the assistance provided to people in need, especially during crises?

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Humanitarian Aid: Support given to people in distress, often in the form of food, shelter, and medical assistance.

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What is the term for a large-scale movement of people, often due to war or natural disasters?

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Mass Migration: A significant movement of a large group of people from one region to another.

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What do we call the struggle for power or control within a country?

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Civil Conflict: A disagreement or fight between groups within a country, often leading to violence.