Questions and Answers
How does water dictate Nya's life?
- The family had to move because of fighting between tribes over land surrounding the lake. 2. Every year when the rains stopped and the pond near the village dried up, the family moved near a big lake. 3. Nya's job was to dig a hole until water seeped in the bottom. 4. She had to wait for hours for water to appear.
Why can't Nya's family stay at the lake year-round?
Fighting between the two tribes makes it hard for Nya and her family to stay at the lake year-round. They only stay during the dry season when the fighting does not occur as often.
How was the honey worth it for Salva and the others in his group?
Salva and others in his group were able to satisfy their hunger by filling their stomachs with the honey and beeswax.
What can be inferred about what happened with the bees?
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What do Salva and Marial have in common?
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What does it mean that Salva 'heard that sigh all the way to his heart'?
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Why is Salva dismayed that they are walking to Ethiopia?
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How much time has passed since Salva started running?
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What are three details about the Atuout people?
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What do you predict is the cause of Salva's speechlessness at the end of this chapter?
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Define gingerly.
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Define honeycomb.
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Define accent.
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Define strides.
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Define inhabited.
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Study Notes
Water's Impact on Nya's Life
- Nya's family relocates due to conflicts over land near the lake.
- Seasonal drought forces Nya's family to move to a larger lake during the dry season.
- Nya's daily responsibility involves digging for water; she must wait hours to collect it.
Limitations of Staying at the Lake
- Fighting between tribes prevents Nya's family from residing at the lake year-round.
- The family only stays during the dry season when tribal conflicts are less frequent.
Importance of Honey for Salva and His Group
- Salva and his companions alleviate hunger by consuming honey and beeswax found during their journey.
Inference About the Bees
- Bees attacked Salva’s group when they were disturbed, evidenced by Salva's swollen eye.
Commonalities Between Salva and Marial
- Both boys are on a quest to find family.
- They share similar physical traits and walking styles.
Salva’s Emotional Response
- Salva's heart is deeply affected by the sorrow of isolation and longing for connection.
Salva's Dismay About Traveling to Ethiopia
- Salva worries that moving to another country will make it harder for his family to locate him.
- Marial provides emotional support, humor, and companionship to Salva during their journey.
Passage of Time Since Salva Fled
- Over a month has elapsed since Salva escaped from school into the bush.
Description of the Atuout People
- Known as "the people of the lion" and believed to return as lions after death.
- Regional lions associated with the Atuout are described as extremely fierce.
Salva's Speechlessness
- The end of the chapter leaves Salva in awe, likely due to the unexpected sighting of a family member.
Vocabulary Terms
- Gingerly: With extreme care or caution.
- Honeycomb: Structure built by bees for storing honey, eggs, and pollen.
- Accent: Characteristic pronunciation of a person or group.
- Strides: Long steps taken in walking.
- Inhabited: Areas occupied or lived in by people or animals.
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Explore the themes and characters in 'A Long Walk to Water'. This quiz covers the experiences of Nya and Salva, including their struggles for water and the impact of tribal conflicts. Test your understanding of their journeys and emotional responses throughout the narrative.