A Long Walk to Water C4

What did Nya's mother do with the plastic container?

• She used it to cook sorghum.

• She emptied the water into jars.

• She gave it to Nya's sister.

• She filled it with water.

What did Nya eat outside in the shade?

• A plate of rice and beans.

• A sandwich and juice.

• A bowl of boiled sorghum meal with milk.

• A bowl of soup.

Why was Nya hesitant to take Akeer with her?

• Akeer was too small and walked too slowly.

• Akeer did not want to go.

• Akeer was too noisy.

• Akeer was afraid of the pond.

How many months of the year did Nya follow her daily routine?

• Seven months

• Six months

• Eight months

• Five months

What did the old woman give Salva before he left with the group?

• A map and a compass

• A bag of peanuts and a gourd for water

• A blanket and a pillow

• A pair of shoes and a hat

Why were some people in the group hesitant to take Salva with them?

• He was too noisy.

• He was too young and would slow them down.

• He was from a different tribe.

• He was sick and needed care.

What did Salva focus on to keep moving with the group?

• The thought of finding his family

• The direction of the sun

• The sound of birds

• The promise of food

What did Buksa hear that made him stop walking?

• The sound of a river

• The call of a honeyguide bird

• The roar of a lion

• The sound of thunder

What did the group find in the large tree that Buksa led them to?

• A hidden cave

• A beehive

• A fruit orchard

• A nest of birds

What was Salva's main concern while walking with the group?

• Finding food

• Finding shelter

• Staying away from the war

• Avoiding wild animals