WorksheetsA Long Walk to Water: Chapters 6 & 7
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 30mins
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1.
In Chapter 6, what is the main reason Nya's family moves during the dry season?
a)
To find better shelter
b)
To find water
c)
To escape from soldiers
d)
To join other family members
2.
What inference can the reader make about Salva's feelings when he is chosen to go with the group to Gilo River?
a)
He feels proud to be selected
b)
He feels afraid of the dangerous journey
c)
He feels relieved to leave the refugee camp
d)
He feels confused about why he was chosen
3.
Which statement BEST describes the relationship between Salva and Uncle Jewiir?
a)
They are distant relatives who barely know each other
b)
They are close friends who grew up together
c)
Uncle Jewiir becomes a father figure and protector to Salva
d)
Uncle Jewiir treats Salva harshly to toughen him up
4.
Based on Chapter 7, what is the author's likely purpose in describing the lion attack?
a)
To add humor to an otherwise serious story
b)
To show how dangerous the journey across the Gilo River was
c)
To introduce a new character to the story
d)
To explain why the group decided to change direction
5.
Which of the following BEST represents a theme developed in Chapters 6 and 7?
a)
The importance of education in overcoming obstacles
b)
The destructive nature of war on civilian populations
c)
The power of perseverance in the face of hardship
d)
The value of material possessions during difficult times
6.
In Chapter 6, how does Nya's family get water during the dry season?
a)
They collect rainwater in large containers
b)
They dig a hole in the dry lakebed until they reach water
c)
They trade with neighboring villages for water
d)
They follow a river that never completely dries up
7.
What can the reader conclude about Uncle Jewiir based on his actions in Chapters 6 and 7?
a)
He is selfish and only concerned with his own survival
b)
He is wise and experienced in surviving in difficult conditions
c)
He is impulsive and makes dangerous decisions
d)
He is pessimistic about their chances of survival
8.
Which sentence from Chapter 7 BEST illustrates the harsh reality of the journey?
a)
"The group walked all day, every day."
b)
"Sometimes they found villages where they could get a little food and water."
c)
"The land was flat, with few trees."
d)
"They had to cross the Gilo River, which was wide and deep and filled with crocodiles."
9.
In Chapter 7, what motivates Salva to keep walking despite his exhaustion?
a)
His desire to reunite with his family
b)
Uncle Jewiir's encouragement to take things "bit by bit"
c)
His competition with other boys in the group
d)
His fear of being left behind
10.
How does the structure of the novel, alternating between Nya's and Salva's stories, affect the reader's understanding of both characters?
a)
It creates confusion about which events happened first
b)
It emphasizes the similarities and differences in their experiences
c)
It suggests that Nya and Salva will eventually meet
d)
It makes Salva's story seem more important than Nya's
11.
Which of the following BEST describes how Salva changes from Chapter 6 to Chapter 7?
a)
He becomes more confident in his survival skills
b)
He grows increasingly angry about his situation
c)
He begins to lose hope of finding his family
d)
He learns to focus on immediate challenges rather than distant worries
12.
What is the significance of the water lily tubers that Nya's family eats?
a)
They are a luxury food that brings joy during difficult times
b)
They are a traditional food that connects them to their ancestors
c)
They are a source of nutrition when food is scarce
d)
They are used as medicine to prevent illness
13.
Based on Chapters 6 and 7, which statement BEST describes the environment of Southern Sudan?
a)
It is a lush, tropical region with abundant resources
b)
It is a harsh landscape with extreme seasonal changes
c)
It is a mountainous region with difficult terrain
d)
It is a desert region with few signs of life
14.
Which literary device does the author use most effectively in Chapters 6 and 7?
a)
Flashbacks to reveal past events
b)
Foreshadowing to hint at future developments
c)
Contrast to highlight differences between characters' experiences
d)
Symbolism to represent abstract ideas
15.
What can the reader infer about the political situation in Sudan based on Chapters 6 and 7?
a)
The country is experiencing a period of peace and stability
b)
The government is helping refugees find safe places to live
c)
Civil war has displaced many people and created dangerous conditions
d)
Foreign countries are providing significant aid to the Sudanese people
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