A Long Walk to Water - Chapter 2 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is happening around Salva as he runs away from the school?

While Salva is running, the rebels are attacking his school. There is smoke and there are flames.

What three questions occupy Salva's thoughts?

Where are we going? Where is my family? When will I see them again?

When they organize by village, what does Salva discover?

Salva discovers a dozen others from his village but no one from his family. He does recognize a few people and this does comfort him.

Describe the rebels. How does their appearance and actions affect the people?

The rebels hold big guns and seem fierce and watchful. Their appearance is intimidating. Signup and view all the answers

Does Salva consider himself a man? Do the rebels consider Salva a man?

Salva thinks of himself as a man when the rebels try to split the people into two groups, but the rebels say 'you are not a man yet.' Signup and view all the answers

Why does the group leave the rebels?

The group leaves the rebels because where the rebels are, there is also the fighting. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the group from Salva's village leave him in the barn the next morning?

They felt that he was a child, so they didn't want to take care of him. Signup and view all the answers

By the end of the chapter, how many days has Salva been separated from his family?

4 days Signup and view all the answers

Why is it difficult for Nya to avoid stepping on thorns?

Thorns litter the ground everywhere. Signup and view all the answers

She pressed her lips together against the pain. What is Nya doing?

Nya is wincing to try to cope with the pain in her foot. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Salva's Escape and Emotional Struggles

Salva runs away from school amid a rebel attack, characterized by smoke and flames surrounding him.
His mind is occupied with three urgent questions: the destination of the escape, the whereabouts of his family, and when he will reunite with them.
In organizing by village, Salva finds familiar faces from his village but no family members, leaving him both comforted and lonely.

The Rebels' Presence

The rebels are depicted as fierce, armed with large guns, and instilling fear in those around them.
Salva's thoughts are filled with uncertainty concerning the rebels' intentions and the safety of his family.

Identity and Perception of Manhood

Salva reflects on his father’s teachings about manhood, believing he must act like a man in challenging situations.
However, the rebels challenge his identity by separating him into a group of women and children, asserting that he is "not a man yet."

Decisions Made Under Duress

The group decides to leave the rebels to avoid conflict, highlighting the danger posed by their presence.
The following morning, the group from Salva's village abandons him in a barn, perceiving him as a child and feeling unable to care for him.

Timeline of Separation

By the chapter's end, Salva has endured four days separated from his family, emphasizing his isolation and distress.

Nya's Daily Struggles

Nya faces the challenge of avoiding thorns scattered across her path, which complicates her daily task of fetching water.
As she encounters pain from stepping on thorns, Nya winces and presses her lips together to endure the discomfort, showcasing her resilience.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 2 of 'A Long Walk to Water.' This quiz covers key events and Salva's thoughts as he navigates through a challenging situation. Use these flashcards to reinforce your understanding of the chapter's main themes and concepts.