A Long Walk To Water - Chapter 5 Flashcards

Nya's Journey to Water

• Nya's family moves to a camp near the big lake every dry season since their village pond dries up annually.
• The big lake is a three-day walk away from Nya's village, presenting a significant challenge.
• Challenges faced during the journey include extreme heat, dehydration, and thorny vegetation.
• Conflict between the Nuer and Dinka tribes prevents Nya's family from residing by the lake all year.
• Fighting occurs less frequently during the dry season when survival takes precedence for both tribes.
• Even when the lake is dry, Nya digs deep holes in the clay of the lakebed to access water.

Salva's Experiences

• Salva often waits several hours each day for the hole to fill with water, a routine that lasts five months.
• Injuries from bee stings hint at the dangers of foraging for honey, creating physical distress among boys in his group.
• Salva shows empathy towards others suffering from injuries, indicating his kind nature.
• His ability to walk easier is attributed to having a full belly from consuming honey and beeswax, providing him energy.

Emotional Connections

• Salva surveys the group daily, hoping to find his family, showcasing his longing and concern.
• Similarities with Marial include shared ethnicity, age, height, and mutual separation from their families.
• A moment of connection is revealed through their shared sense of loss and understanding, enhancing Salva's empathetic nature.
• Marial reassures Salva that their continuous journey east ultimately leads back to Sudan and the possibility of finding their families, illustrating his supportive character.

Separation and Struggles

• Salva has been separated from his family for over a month, highlighting his isolation.
• The Atout are referred to as "the people of the lion" due to living in an area known for its ferocious lions, emphasizing their fierce reputation.
• Uneasy nights filled with distant roars contribute to Salva's anxiety and sense of danger within his environment.

Friendships and Survival

• An amazed reaction from Salva signals a significant encounter with someone familiar, indicating hope in his journey.
• Salva values friendship amidst adversity, recognizing that companionship is crucial for survival during turbulent times.
• Both Salva and Nya are depicted as resilient characters who make considerable efforts to navigate their difficult circumstances in pursuit of survival.

Test your understanding of Chapter 5 of 'A Long Walk to Water' with these flashcards. Explore the challenges faced by Nya's family and the reasons behind their move to a camp near the big lake. This quiz will enhance your grasp of the themes and events in the chapter.