Challenges in the Desert Journey

In Chapter 11, Salva and the group are walking through the desert. What is one major challenge they face during this part of the journey?

• They are attacked by wild animals.

• They are running out of food and water.

• They are lost and cannot find the path.

• They are separated from the rest of the group.

How does Salva’s relationship with his uncle help him during this difficult part of the journey?

• His uncle teaches him how to hunt.

• His uncle gives him hope and encouragement.

• His uncle becomes angry and blames Salva.

• His uncle leaves him behind.

What does Salva do when he is given the responsibility to take care of his group’s water supply?

• He shares the water with everyone equally.

• He keeps the water for himself to stay strong.

• He gives the water to his uncle only.

• He loses the water and causes the group to panic.

Why does Salva feel an important sense of responsibility during their journey?

• He is the leader of the group.

• He knows his family is waiting for him.

• His uncle tells him that it is important to take care of others.

• He wants to prove he is brave and strong.

Choose the correct meaning of the word "desolate" as used in Chapter 11.

• Full of life and energy

• Empty and barren

• Lush and green

• Crowded and noisy

What does the word "anguish" most likely mean in the following sentence from Chapter 11? "Salva felt the anguish of hunger and thirst, his stomach tight with emptiness."

• Excitement

• Pain or suffering

• Happiness

• Confusion

The word “resilient” is often used to describe Salva in the story. What does the word "resilient" mean?

• Weak and fragile

• Brave and fearless

• Able to recover quickly from difficulties

• Angry and frustrated

In Chapter 11, Salva shows great determination. Describe one example of how he demonstrates this quality.

• He gives up when the journey gets tough.

• He continues walking despite the harsh conditions.

• He refuses to listen to his uncle's advice.

• He decides to leave the group and go alone.

How does the author use the desert setting to emphasize the struggles Salva faces in this chapter?

• By describing the desert as a place full of resources.

• By highlighting the extreme heat and lack of water.

• By showing the desert as a safe haven.

• By portraying the desert as a place of beauty.

In the chapter, Salva has moments of doubt and fear. How does his uncle help him deal with these emotions? Provide a specific example from the text.

• His uncle ignores Salva's fears.

• His uncle tells him stories to distract him.

• His uncle scolds him for being weak.

• His uncle reassures him and stays by his side.