Perseverance and Challenges in Sudan

The video introduces key concepts to understand before reading 'A Long Walk to Water'. It explains the term 'refugee' and its relevance to the story, focusing on the characters Salva and Nia. Salva is a 'lost boy' fleeing war, while Nia struggles daily to fetch water. The theme of perseverance is highlighted, encouraging viewers to never give up despite hardships. The story is set in present-day Sudan, a country plagued by conflict and water scarcity.

What is the primary reason refugees leave their countries?

• To escape from people who want to harm them

• To find better job opportunities

• To explore new cultures

• To pursue higher education

Where do refugees typically stay while waiting to move to a new country?

• In schools

• In local homes

• In refugee camps

• In hotels

What is Salva's main goal in the story?

• To travel the world

• To reach a refugee camp safely

• To become a soldier

• To find his parents

What challenge does Nia face that prevents her from attending school?

• She is too young to attend school

• She has to work in the fields

• She has to walk long distances to fetch water

• She is not interested in education

What is a significant similarity between Salva and Nia?

• They both are from the same ethnic group

• They both face challenges related to water

• They both are orphans

• They both want to become teachers

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

• The importance of education

• The value of friendship

• The significance of wealth

• The need to never give up

What message does the theme of perseverance convey?

• Giving up is sometimes necessary

• Hard work and persistence lead to a better future

• Only the strongest survive

• Success comes without effort

In which country does the story take place?

• Kenya

• Sudan

• Nigeria

• Ethiopia

What is a major issue faced by the people in Sudan as depicted in the story?

• Economic instability

• Overpopulation

• Scarcity of water

• Lack of education

What is a potential risk for children growing up in the war-torn region of Sudan?

• Getting lost in the city

• Becoming famous athletes

• Being sent to boarding schools

• Becoming child soldiers