Chapters 1-4
What causes Salva to flee from school?
Gunfire erupts nearby due to the outbreak of the civil war.
Who is the old woman Salva meets, and how does she help him?
A woman from his tribe shelters and feeds him for a few days.
What major obstacle does the group face when crossing the Nile River?
They must build makeshift boats and guard against crocodiles.
Where does Salva go after the long journey through Sudan?
To the Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya.
What motivates Salva to return to Sudan as an adult?
He wants to help his people by providing access to clean water.
What tribe does Salva belong to, and how is it identified?
The Dinka tribe; identified by their markings and cultural traditions.
Why does the group hesitate to take Salva with them?
They fear he will slow them down and be another mouth to feed.
Besides the crocodiles, what other danger does Salva face near the Nile?
Mosquitoes
Kakuma refugee camp has what problems?
Overcroweded
What organization does Salva start, and what is its mission?
Water for South Sudan, which builds wells in rural villages.
What daily task dominates Nya’s life?
Walking to fetch water for her family, multiple times a day.
What illness affects Nya’s sister and what caused it?
She becomes sick from drinking contaminated water.
How does Uncle Jewiir die?
He is killed by soldiers
How does Nya’s village begin to change in these chapters?
A crew arrives to drill a well, offering hope for clean water.
Who is the man in Nya's story building the Well?
Salva
What tribe does Nya belong to?
Nuer
After reading, what can we assume happened to Marial?
Eaten/Taken by a Lion
How did Salva's Uncle help Salva cross the desert?
What message does Salva receive about his family while in the camp?
He learns that his mother survived.
Who are the Lost Boys of Sudan?
Sudanese boys, mostly Nuer and Dinka, who were displaced or orphaned due to Civil War
Why do the Nuer attack the Dinka?
Government was allied with Nuer and wanted to remove the Dinka
Who does Salva find with the group of men?
His Uncle Jewiir
Why is the desert crossing so dangerous?
There is extreme heat, little water, and threats like lions.
What opportunity changes Salva’s life while at the refugee camp?
He is chosen to move to America through a refugee program.
Fun Fact: What is Mr. Roethle's favorite color?
Purple