A Long Walk to Water Study Guide PDF

A Long Walk to Water – Study Guide What to Study: Characters: ○​ Salva Dut: His journey, struggles, and accomplishments. ○​ Nya: Her daily challenges and how her life changes. ○​ Uncle Jewiir: His role in Salva’s journey. ○​ Marial: His significan...

A Long Walk to Water – Study Guide What to Study: Characters: ○​ Salva Dut: His journey, struggles, and accomplishments. ○​ Nya: Her daily challenges and how her life changes. ○​ Uncle Jewiir: His role in Salva’s journey. ○​ Marial: His significance in Salva’s story. Setting: ○​ The differences between Southern Sudan in 1985 and 2008. ○​ The impact of war and geography on Salva’s journey. Plot Summary: ○​ Salva’s escape from war and his journey as a refugee. ○​ Nya’s daily struggle to get water and how her life improves. ○​ How Salva’s experiences shape him into a leader. Themes: ○​ Survival and perseverance. ○​ The importance of water and education. ○​ The impact of war on children and families. Key Events to Know: ○​ Salva’s separation from his family. ○​ His time in refugee camps and journey to America. ○​ How he starts Water for South Sudan. ○​ Nya’s village getting a well and how it changes her life. Vocabulary: ○​ Important terms from the book (e.g., refugee, perseverance, scarcity, tribe, well, conflict). Comprehension Questions to Practice: ○​ How does Salva show perseverance? ○​ What challenges does Nya face daily? ○​ How does water change Nya’s village? ○​ Why does Salva consider Uncle Jewiir an important figure in his life? ○​ How do Salva and Nya’s stories connect? Sample Questions for Practice:​ Multiple Choice: ○​ What does Salva’s experience in the refugee camps teach him?​ A. To never trust strangers​ B. That he must take control of his own future​ C. To rely only on his family​ D. That life in Africa is easier than in America ○​ Why does Nya’s family hesitate to trust the people building the well?​ A. They have been promised help before that never came​ B. They fear the water will run out quickly​ C. They worry it will bring more outsiders to their village​ D. They do not understand why they need a well Short Answer: ○​ How does Salva’s leadership skills develop throughout the story? ○​ What role does perseverance play in both Salva’s and Nya’s stories? ○​ Describe a moment when Salva had to make a difficult decision. How did it affect his journey? True or False: ○​ Salva never faces danger from wild animals during his journey. ○​ Nya’s family moves closer to the new well so that she no longer has to walk for water. Study Tips: ​ Review your notes and highlight important facts. ​ Practice answering questions in complete sentences. ​ Discuss the book with a family member or friend to reinforce understanding. ​ Re-read key passages to deepen your comprehension.