A Long Walk to Water - Review

What country is the setting for most of "A Long Walk to Water"?

• Ethiopia

• Sudan

• Kenya

• Uganda

Which event causes Salva to become separated from his family?

• A flood

• A lion attack

• An attack on his village during school

• A drought

Who is the main female character in "A Long Walk to Water"?

• Nya

• Salva

• Uncle Jewiir

• Michael

What is the main reason Nya must walk long distances every day?

• To go to school

• To find food

• To fetch water

• To visit relatives

Who helps Salva adjust to life in the refugee camp and teaches him English?

• Nya

• Michael

• Uncle Jewiir

• Marial

Which theme is most strongly represented by Salva’s journey across the desert?

• It is important to be educated.

• Persevere through difficult challenges.

• Technology can be dangerous.

• Being wealthy can help overcome obstacles.

What is the main message Linda Sue Park conveys through the parallel stories of Salva and Nya?

• Water is a source of conflict

• The struggles of war are universal

• Access to clean water can change lives

• Education is not important

Why does Salva decide to lead the group of boys to Kenya after Uncle Jewiir’s death?

• He wants to find his family

• He is the oldest

• No one else is willing to lead

• He is forced by the soldiers

What motivates Nya’s family to agree to the construction of a well in their village?

• They want to become rich

• They want to move to the city

• They want easier access to clean water

• They want to build a school

Which character is killed by a lion during the journey?

• Michael

• Marial

• Uncle Jewiir

• Salva