A Long Walk to Water - Chpts. 15-18

Which character is primarily responsible for organizing the well project in Nya’s village in Chapters 15-18?

• Salva

• Nya’s father

• Uncle Jewiir

• Michael

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

What is the main reason Salva decides to help build wells in South Sudan after arriving in America?

• He wants to become famous.

• He misses his family.

• He wants to help others avoid the suffering he experienced.

• He is forced by his adoptive family.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

Which of the following best describes the theme illustrated by Salva’s journey to America and his later return to Sudan?

• The importance of wealth

• The power of perseverance and hope

• The dangers of travel

• The value of education

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

In Chapters 15-18, what does the well symbolize for Nya and her village?

• A place for social gatherings

• A symbol of hope and a better future

• A source of conflict

• A reminder of the past

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Who helps Salva adjust to life in America by teaching him English and supporting him?

• Michael

• Nya

• Uncle Jewiir

• Marial

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

What motivates Salva to keep moving forward during his difficult journey, even when he feels like giving up?

• The promise of riches

• The memory of Mariel's death.

• Fear of wild animals

• The hope of finding his family

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which event marks a turning point for Nya’s family in the story?

• The arrival of the well-drilling team

• The loss of her brother

• The start of the rainy season

• The building of a new school

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

How does Salva’s experience in the refugee camps influence his decision to help others later in life?

• He learns to be selfish to survive.

• He realizes the importance of community and support.

• He becomes afraid of new people.

• He forgets about his past.

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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 inference can be made about the impact of clean water on Nya’s village?

• It will make the village more crowded.

• It will improve health and allow children to attend school.

• It will cause more conflicts.

• It will make the villagers leave.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Why does Salva feel nervous when he first meets his new family in America?

• He is afraid of flying.

• He does not speak English well and fears he won’t fit in.

• He misses his old friends.

• He is worried about the weather.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6