Exploring A Long Walk to Water

Who is the main character in "A Long Walk to Water" who embarks on a journey to find his family?

• Nya

• Salva

• Michael

• Uncle Jewiir

What is the primary setting of Salva's story in "A Long Walk to Water"?

• Ethiopia

• Kenya

• Sudan

• Uganda

Summarize the key event that leads Salva to become separated from his family.

• A lion attack

• A school bombing

• A village raid

• A river crossing

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

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CCSS.RI.8.3

How does Nya's perspective on water change throughout the novel?

• She becomes indifferent to water

• She learns to conserve water

• She realizes the importance of clean water

• She starts to dislike water

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

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CCSS.RL.7.6

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Compare Salva's and Nya's experiences with water. What is a major difference?

• Salva has easy access to water, while Nya struggles

• Nya has easy access to water, while Salva struggles

• Both have easy access to water

• Both struggle with access to water

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3

What inference can be made about Salva's character based on his actions throughout the novel?

• He is selfish and only cares about himself

• He is resilient and determined to survive

• He is careless and often makes mistakes

• He is indifferent to others' suffering

Evaluate Uncle Jewiir's motivations for helping Salva during their journey. What drives Uncle Jewir?

• A sense of duty and family loyalty

• A desire for wealth

• Fear of being alone

• A need for adventure

Identify the main challenge Nya faces in her daily life.

• Finding food

• Attending school

• Fetching water

• Avoiding wild animals

What event marks a turning point in Salva's journey to safety?

• Crossing the Nile River

• Meeting his uncle

• Finding his family

• Reaching a refugee camp

How does Salva's perspective on leadership evolve throughout the novel?

• He becomes more selfish

• He learns to lead with compassion

• He avoids leadership roles

• He becomes more aggressive