A Long Walk to Water Chapters 1-3

How do Salva and Nya's stories connect?

• Both characters face hardships related to water and survival in Sudan.

• Salva and Nya are friends who travel together.

• Both characters live in the same village and share a home.

• Salva is a teacher and Nya is a student in his class.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does Nya's daily routine reflect the challenges faced by her community?

• Nya spends hours walking to fetch water, highlighting the struggle for basic needs.

• Nya enjoys a leisurely walk to school every day.

• Nya participates in community events to improve her village.

• Nya has access to clean water at home, making her routine easier.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does perseverance mean in the context of the story?

• Giving up when faced with challenges.

• Continuing to strive and push through difficulties.

• Avoiding difficult situations altogether.

• Waiting for things to get better on their own.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What is the main theme of 'A Long Walk to Water'?

• Survival and resilience in the face of adversity.

• The importance of friendship and loyalty.

• The impact of technology on society.

• The journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What lesson can be learned from Salva's experiences?

• The importance of hope and determination in overcoming challenges.

• The value of wealth and material possessions.

• The significance of following rules without question.

• The necessity of avoiding risks at all costs.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What does the term 'resilience' mean?

• The ability to recover quickly from difficulties.

• The capacity to endure pain without showing emotion.

• The tendency to avoid challenges and difficulties.

• The skill of managing time effectively.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does Salva's journey represent?

• A quest for safety, belonging, and hope amidst adversity.

• A journey of wealth and power acquisition.

• An adventure filled with danger and excitement.

• A search for fame and recognition.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

What role does community play in Salva's journey?

• Community provides support, safety, and a sense of belonging.

• Community isolates individuals and creates division.

• Community is irrelevant to personal growth.

• Community only serves as a source of conflict.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the significance of water in 'A Long Walk to Water'?

• Water represents wealth and prosperity.

• Water symbolizes life, survival, and the struggles of the characters.

• Water is a source of conflict between the characters.

• Water signifies the passage of time and change.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What is the importance of family in Salva's life?

• Family provides emotional support and motivation during his journey.

• Family is a source of financial wealth and resources.

• Family members often create obstacles in Salva's journey.

• Family is irrelevant to Salva's experiences.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7