Exploring A Long Walk to Water

What are the names of the two main characters introduced in chapters 1-12?

• Character3, Character4

• Character5, Character6

• Character7, Character8

• Character1, Character2

Describe the setting of the story in the early chapters.

• The setting is a bustling city with skyscrapers and heavy traffic, creating a chaotic environment.

• The story takes place on a deserted island with harsh weather and no inhabitants, leading to isolation.

• The setting is a futuristic space station orbiting a distant planet, filled with advanced technology and alien life.

• The setting is a small, quaint town surrounded by forests and hills, with a peaceful atmosphere and a close-knit community.

What challenges does Salva face in the beginning of the book?

• Salva finds a treasure map.

• Salva becomes a leader of a village.

• Salva learns to swim in a river.

• Salva faces separation from his family, loneliness, and survival challenges.

How does Nya's daily routine reflect the struggles of her community?

• Nya's routine illustrates her community's struggle with limited access to clean water and the impact of poverty on daily life.

• Nya's routine reflects a lack of interest in education among her peers.

• Nya's routine shows her community's access to abundant resources and wealth.

• Nya's daily activities highlight the ease of transportation in her area.

What is the significance of water in the lives of the characters?

• Water is essential for survival and represents emotional and spiritual depth in the characters' lives.

• Water has no significant impact on the characters' relationships.

• Water symbolizes wealth and power among the characters.

• Water is only important for cooking and cleaning.

How does Salva's experience differ from Nya's in terms of survival?

• Salva has a stable home while Nya is constantly on the move.

• Nya faces war and displacement, while Salva struggles for food.

• Salva faces war and displacement, while Nya struggles for water and daily survival.

• Salva and Nya both have access to plenty of water and resources.

What role does family play in Salva's journey?

• Family is a distraction that hinders Salva's progress.

• Family has no impact on Salva's decisions during his journey.

• Family only serves as a source of conflict for Salva.

• Family plays a crucial role as a source of motivation, emotional support, and a driving force in Salva's journey.

Identify a key theme presented in chapters 1-12 and explain its importance.

• The importance of friendship.

• The impact of technology on society.

• The role of fate in human lives.

• The struggle for identity.

How do the authors use flashbacks to develop Salva's character?

• Flashbacks reveal Salva's past, illustrating his emotional struggles and resilience, which develop his character from a frightened boy to a determined survivor.

• Flashbacks only show Salva's physical journey without emotional depth.

• Flashbacks are used to compare Salva with other characters, not to develop him.

• Flashbacks depict Salva's future, highlighting his achievements rather than his struggles.

What motivates Salva to keep moving forward despite the hardships he faces?

• Hope of reuniting with his family and the desire to survive.

• Curiosity about the world

• Fear of being alone

• Desire for wealth and power