Figurative Language
Which type of figurative language is used in the sentence: "Overhead, a jet plane veered away like a sleek evil bird."?
simile
How does the author develop (show) Nya’s point of view?
By describing Nya’s thoughts and feelings
Both characters face challenges like...
survival and water
What is in a summary?
The main characters, setting, problem, and main events of the plot
What is the impact of the short sentences?
They create tension, build suspense, or emphasize conflict.
What does personification mean?
It gives human qualities to something non-human
How does the setting make Nya's life hard?
Making her journey to fetch water long and difficult.
How does Salva's uncle help him after he stumbles?
By encouraging him to walk to the next landmark one step at a time
How does the author develop the point of view of the characters?
Using evidence and examples to support their ideas.
What is the central idea of Salva’s journey?
Salva learns the importance of perseverance and hope.
How does the author create a mood of terror and panic at the end of Chapter 1 when the shooting begins?
By using words like screamed and frantically
How does the author show each character's point of view?
Using alternating chapters to show each character's experiences and thoughts.
What is the majority of the setting in A Long Walk to Water for Salva?
A refugee camp
How important is water to this story?
Water is needed for survival, as shown when Nya's family must walk long distances to fetch it, and when the well brings hope to the village.
How does what Salva learned as a 'Lost Boy' in Sudan help him once he is in America?
It helps him adapt to new challenges and persevere in difficult situations.
What does this metaphor mean?
"The Nile: the longest river in the world, the mother of all life in Sudan."
It is the source of life in Sudan
Why is it strange that Nya and Salva are together at the end of the book?
Nya is Nuer.
What is the conflict in the story of Nya?
Lack of access to clean water
What are some themes of the story?
perseverance in the face of hardship
resilience in difficult times
family helps each other
Survival is possible in hard situationsWhat was the most important thing that Salva did in the story of his life?
Get water for villages
"Salva felt his knees turn to water. He closed his eyes."The figurative language helps the reader understand that Salva feels
fear
Was Nya a real person?
No, but her character was based on true stories
How does Salva end up traveling through the country?
They attack his village and he runs.
How does Salva demonstrate resilience?
Continuing to move forward despite hardships
In the final chapter of the book, author Linda Sue Park merges the stories of Nya and Salva. After developing and contrasting their perspectives throughout the novel, why is it important that she brings them together in the end? What makes this such a powerful ending?
Because it shows how their lives are connected