Survival Challenges in the Desert

The transcript describes two parallel stories in Southern Sudan. In 2008, Nya's family meets visitors discussing water issues in their village. In 1985, Salva embarks on a grueling journey across the desert, facing extreme heat and thirst. Guided by his uncle, Salva perseveres despite the harsh conditions. The narrative highlights themes of survival, resilience, and compassion as Salva's group encounters men in dire need of water.

What was the main topic of discussion between the visitors and the village chief?

• Healthcare

• Agriculture

• Water

• Education

What natural feature did Salva find surprising in the desert?

• Lush forests

• Tall mountains

• Tiny evergreen acacia bushes

• Flowing rivers

How did Salva's uncle help him continue walking in the desert?

• By carrying him

• By giving him new shoes

• By providing extra water

• By setting small goals

What did Salva's uncle give him to help him feel better?

• A piece of candy

• A bottle of water

• A tamarind

• A piece of bread

What did Salva notice about the group of men they encountered in the desert?

• They were building a shelter

• They were singing

• They were all standing

• They were collapsed on the sand

What did the woman in Salva's group do for the collapsed men?

• Sang to them

• Gave them food

• Ignored them

• Wet their lips with water

What was the argument against helping the collapsed men?

• They were too far gone

• It was too dangerous

• There was not enough water

• They were enemies

What did Salva feel when he saw the collapsed men?

• Joy

• Indifference

• Desperation

• Anger

What did the woman in Salva's group use to help the men?

• A cloth

• A blanket

• A stick

• A book

What was the woman's emotional response when helping the men?

• She was crying

• She was laughing

• She was angry

• She was singing