Exploring Chapters 1-4 of Long Walk to Water

What are the names of the two main characters introduced in chapters 1-4?

• Character1, Character2

• Character6, Character7

• Character1, Character5

• Character3, Character4

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Describe the setting of the story in the first four chapters.

• The narrative unfolds in a deserted island, emphasizing isolation and despair.

• The story is set in a bustling city and a quiet countryside, reflecting contrasting emotional states and themes.

• The setting is a small village during a winter festival, filled with joy and celebration.

• The story takes place in a futuristic space station with advanced technology.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

What significant event happens to Salva in chapter 1?

• Salva is separated from his family during an attack on his village.

• Salva finds a hidden treasure in the forest.

• Salva receives a letter from his family.

• Salva becomes the leader of his village.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the author depict the theme of survival in these chapters?

• The author ignores the theme of survival entirely in these chapters.

• Survival is depicted as an easy and effortless journey for the characters.

• The theme of survival is depicted through characters' struggles, resourcefulness, and emotional resilience.

• The theme of survival is shown through the characters' wealth and privilege.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What challenges does Salva face as he begins his journey?

• Meeting friendly travelers

• Finding a treasure map

• Loss of family, uncertainty, need for food and water, and threats from soldiers and animals.

• Discovering a hidden village

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Identify a key piece of vocabulary introduced in chapters 1-4 and explain its meaning.

• Foreshadowing

• Climax

• Characterization

• Imagery

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the narrative structure shift between the two main characters?

• The narrative structure only focuses on one character's viewpoint.

• The narrative structure remains constant throughout the story.

• The narrative structure is linear and does not shift between characters.

• The narrative structure alternates perspectives between the two main characters.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

What role does family play in the lives of the characters in these chapters?

• Family relationships are irrelevant to the characters' development.

• Family is only a source of conflict for the characters.

• Family plays a crucial role in shaping the characters' identities and influencing their decisions.

• Family has no impact on the characters' lives.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What emotions does Salva experience as he navigates his new reality?

• Anger, frustration, relief

• Fear, loneliness, hope, determination, despair.

• Joy, excitement, contentment

• Surprise, indifference, nostalgia

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

How does the author use imagery to enhance the storytelling in chapters 1-4?

• The author focuses solely on dialogue without any descriptive elements.

• Imagery is used only in the final chapters to summarize the story.

• The author avoids using imagery to keep the narrative simple.

• The author uses imagery to create vivid scenes and evoke emotions, enhancing reader engagement.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5