Exploring Chapters 13 and 14

What significant event occurs in chapter 13 that impacts Salva's journey?

• Salva learns that his family is likely dead.

• Salva finds a new group of friends.

• Salva discovers a hidden treasure.

• Salva receives a letter from his family.

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How does the character of Nya evolve in chapters 13 and 14?

• Nya evolves from a focus on survival to an awareness of community and potential change.

• Nya remains indifferent to her surroundings and community.

• Nya becomes more focused on her personal ambitions.

• Nya's character is static and does not change throughout the chapters.

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What challenges does Salva face while traveling with the group in chapter 14?

• Salva finds the journey to be easy and straightforward.

• Salva enjoys a sense of adventure and excitement during the journey.

• Salva faces exhaustion, fear of abandonment, uncertainty about the journey, and emotional distress.

• Salva is accompanied by a large group of supportive friends.

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Describe the importance of water in the lives of both Salva and Nya in these chapters.

• Water is vital for Salva's survival and hope, and for Nya, it represents the daily struggle for access to clean water.

• Nya has easy access to water, making it less significant in her life.

• Salva finds water to be a source of conflict rather than hope.

• Water is only important for Nya's family during the dry season.

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What role does leadership play in Salva's experiences in chapter 13?

• Leadership has no impact on Salva's journey.

• Leadership causes division among the group.

• Leadership is only about making decisions for the group.

• Leadership plays a vital role in uniting and motivating Salva's group during their journey.

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How does the author illustrate the theme of hope in chapters 13 and 14?

• The author shows hope through the characters' failures and despair.

• Hope is illustrated by the setting's bleakness and isolation.

• The theme of hope is conveyed through the characters' indifference and apathy.

• The author illustrates the theme of hope through characters' resilience and small victories.

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What decisions does Nya make regarding her family's water source in chapter 14?

• Nya decides to dig a new well for her family's water source.

• Nya chooses to rely on rainwater instead of the pond.

• Nya opts to buy bottled water for her family's needs.

• Nya decides to continue using the pond as her family's water source.

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How do the experiences of Salva and Nya parallel each other in these chapters?

• Salva and Nya are both from the same village.

• Salva and Nya's experiences are focused on friendship and community.

• Salva and Nya both find treasure in their journeys.

• Salva and Nya's experiences parallel in their struggles for water and survival.

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What emotions does Salva experience when he reunites with his family in chapter 14?

• Indifference and boredom

• Fear and anxiety

• Sadness and anger

• Salva feels joy, relief, disbelief, and gratitude.

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Identify a key vocabulary word from chapters 13 and 14 and explain its significance.

• heritage

• self-esteem

• culture

• identity

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