A Long Walk to Water

Why does Salva learn Arabic Language?

• A. His father is a successful judge and it is important to know how to speak Arabic.
• The Dinka must also be able to speak to others in Arabic.
• C. It is the official language of the Sudanese government.
• D. Salva wants to impress his brothers by learning the Arabic language.

What is the central idea of Salva's story in Chapter 1?

• Boys in Sudan need to honor their fathers
• Life is easier for those who follow the laws of the government.
• Students should learn the importance of following directions from teachers.
• Life can change quickly from predictable to disorderly.

Why don't Salva's sisters, Akit and Agnath, go to school?

• They are girls.
• They are too young.
• They do not want to go.
• They have to herd cows. 

Why doesn't Salva attend school year round?

• During the rainy season his family moved away from their village.
• During the dry season his family moved away from the village.
• He had to help take care of the herd of cattle.
• He had to walk to get water for his family.

Which word means the same or almost the same as dress as used in the sentence below. 
Some of them gathered wood to build a fire. Others helped clean and dress the animal. Then they roasted it on the fire.

• clothe
• bake
• prepare
• hunt

Why was there war in Sudan?

• The government wanted all of Sudan to become Muslim but people in the south had different religions and did not want to practice Islam.
• B. The government forced all people in southern Sudan to speak Arabic.
• C. The government wanted all tribes to send their daughters to school.
• D. The government and Dinka tribes were fighting over water rights.

1. Read these sentences from the passage:
They had no house and had to sleep in makeshift shelters.
Which word has the same meaning as makeshift?

• temporary 
• shifting 
• sturdy 
• ready

What year is Salva's story set?

• 2008
• 1985
• 1987
• 2005

What is the purpose of Nya's journey each day?

• To escape the war 
• To get water 
• To feed her family 
• To help her cousins 

What did Salva call the woman who allowed him to sleep in her barn?

• Mama
• Grandma
• Auntie
• Abuela