Salva's Journey and Cultural Adaptation

The transcript follows two narratives: Nia's village in Southern Sudan preparing land for construction in 2009, and Salva's life in Rochester, New York from 1996 to 2003. Salva adapts to a new culture, learns English, and joins a volleyball team. He later learns his father is in a Sudanese hospital and plans a challenging journey to see him, navigating bureaucratic and logistical hurdles.

What were the villagers in Southern Sudan preparing to build?

• A well

• A market

• A hospital

• A school

What was one of the first cultural differences Salva noticed in Rochester?

• The food

• The language

• The roads

• The weather

How did Salva feel about learning English?

• He found it easy and enjoyable.

• He was frustrated and gave up.

• He didn't see the need to learn it.

• He found it confusing but worked hard to improve.

What sport did Salva join in Rochester?

• Basketball

• Soccer

• Volleyball

• Baseball

What was Salva's main reason for wanting to return to Sudan?

• To escape the cold weather

• To start a business

• To help the people there

• To find his family

What news did Salva receive from his cousin?

• His village was destroyed.

• His father had passed away.

• His father was in a clinic in Southern Sudan.

• His family had moved to America.

What was one of the challenges Salva faced in planning his trip to Sudan?

• Visa problems

• War and logistical issues

• No available flights

• Lack of funds

How did Salva feel upon returning to Sudan?

• He was overwhelmed with nostalgia.

• He was disappointed by the changes.

• He felt like he had never left.

• Everything felt unfamiliar.