Long Walk to Water Chapters 9-10 Flashcards

Who shows up in Nya's village and what do they talk about with the chief?

How long does Uncle say it will take to cross the desert?

What happens on the first day in the desert that makes it hard for Salva to continue?

How does Uncle keep Salva going?

What does the group find on the second day of their journey across the desert?

What do the two men who visit Nya's village say they will find between the trees?

What happens to the men that are dying and given water by the women in the group?

What does Salva ask Uncle on the third day in the desert, and what was Uncle's response?

What else does Uncle tell Salva that upsets him?

What gives Salva hope that he might see his family again someday?

What does the group find by a small pond of muddy water?

What happens as the group is gathered around the muddy pond of water?

Nya's Village Encounter

Two men arrive in Nya's village to discuss the possibility of accessing underground water through digging.
They seek permission from the village chief to begin their operation.

Crossing the Desert

Uncle informs Salva that crossing the desert will take approximately three days.
Salva faces difficulties on the first day after he stubbs his toe, resulting in his toenail detaching.

Motivational Techniques

Uncle employs a strategy of identifying landmarks to encourage Salva, making the journey seem more manageable.

Second Day Findings

On the second day in the desert, the group encounters men on the brink of death due to dehydration.

Water Source and Hope

The two men from Nya's village assert that water can be located between two trees, instilling a sense of hope.
The women in the group assist dying men by providing them water, which revives them enough to join the journey.

Family Concerns

Salva inquires about how his family might find him in Ethiopia, and Uncle grimly responds that they likely did not survive.
Salva is further distressed when Uncle reveals his intention to return to Sudan to participate in the fighting after reaching the refugee camp.

Hope for Reunion

Despite the somber news, Salva clings to hope as Uncle promises to inquire about their family during his return journey.

Discovery by the Pond

The group discovers a dead stork by a muddy pond, indicative of the harsh conditions they face.

Tragic Turn of Events

As the group gathers around the contaminated pond for water, they are ambushed by men from the Nuer tribe, leading to Uncle's robbery and subsequent death.

Test your knowledge of Chapters 9 and 10 from 'A Long Walk to Water' with these flashcards. Explore key characters, events, and challenges that the protagonist faces as he journeys through the unforgiving landscape. Perfect for reviewing important themes and details in the story.