Long Walk to Water Vocab

Salva and the other refugees can be described as emaciated. What does this mean?

• They are all alone.

• They are orphans.

• They are starving.

• They are thirsty.

What does the word 'emaciated' mean in the context of 'Long Walk to Water'?

• They are all alone.

• They are orphans.

• They are starving.

• They are thirsty.

In 'Long Walk to Water', what does the word 'perseverance' mean?

• Giving up easily.

• Continuing despite difficulties.

• Being happy all the time.

• Avoiding challenges.

What is the meaning of 'arid' as used in 'Long Walk to Water'?

• Very dry.

• Very wet.

• Full of life.

• Cold and icy.

In the book 'Long Walk to Water', what does 'refugee' mean?

• A person who travels for fun.

• A person who flees for safety.

• A person who stays at home.

• A person who fights in a war.

What does the term 'contaminated' refer to in 'Long Walk to Water'?

• Clean and pure.

• Dirty and unsafe.

• Fresh and new.

• Old and worn out.

In 'Long Walk to Water', what does 'scarcity' mean?

• Abundance of resources.

• Lack of resources.

• Plenty of food.

• Excess of water.

What does 'trek' mean in the context of 'Long Walk to Water'?

• A short walk.

• A long and difficult journey.

• A quick run.

• A leisurely stroll.

In 'Long Walk to Water', what does 'endure' mean?

• To give up.

• To suffer patiently.

• To enjoy.

• To avoid.

What is the meaning of 'desolate' in 'Long Walk to Water'?

• Lively and crowded.

• Empty and barren.

• Full of water.

• Rich in vegetation.