Vocabulary
What does "gobble" mean in Chapter 6?
to eat quickly
What is the name of Salva’s uncle?
Uncle Jewiir
In which country does Salva hope to find safety after crossing the Nile?
Ethiopia
Why does Salva become sick after eating the roasted topi?
He eats quickly after being hungry for.a long time.
What can readers infer about Salva’s feelings when he learns that Marial is gone?
He is frightened and heartbroken.
What does it mean when Salva’s stomach "rebelled" after eating the meat?
it reacted badly
Why does Uncle Jewiir become a leader in the group?
He has army experience and a rifle.
What river does Salva’s group need to cross?
Nile River
Why does Salva stay close to Uncle while traveling through lion country?
He is afraid of being attacked by lions.
Why does working with the reeds make Salva feel better?
It keeps him busy and distracts him from worry.
What does "fortunate" mean?
lucky
How does Uncle help Salva cross the desert?
He gives him small goals to reach.
What natural danger threatens Salva’s group in the Atuot region?
lions
Why does the group build canoes from reeds?
They need to cross the Nile.
What does Uncle’s use of Salva’s full name suggest?
He wants to encourage and strengthen Salva.
What does "monotonous" mean in Chapter 8?
dull, repetitive, boring
What decision does Nya’s father make when Akeer becomes seriously ill?
He takes her to a doctor.
What is the name of the desert Salva must cross?
Akobo Desert
Why do the travelers struggle to sleep on the fishermen’s island?
Mosquitoes swarm around them.
What can readers infer about the women who give water to the dying men?
They value compassion and helping others.
What does "parched" mean in Chapter 9?
What does Salva realize he must do when Uncle leaves him in Ethiopia?
Become strong and depend on others.
Where do the fishermen live and grow many crops?
On an island in the Nile
Why does Salva’s group have very little water in the desert?
The journey is long and the water supply is limited.
What does Salva’s tiny spark of hope reveal about his character?
He remains hopeful despite suffering.