A Long Walk to Water
In the opening paragraphs, what do we learn about Salva’s normal life before the war begins?
A. He worked full-time in the military
B. He stayed at home all day
C. He had an ordinary school day before everything changed
D. He traveled alone to a nearby town
C. He had an ordinary school day before everything changed
Which definition of hesitate fits paragraph 19?
to pause.
The figurative language in paragraph 25 helps the reader understand that Salva feels ___ .
Fear and exhaustion.
What point of view is “A Long Walk to Water” told from?
A. First person – the narrator says “I” and “me”
B. Third person omniscient – the narrator knows everyone’s thoughts
C. Third person limited – the narrator focuses on Salva’s thoughts and feelings
D. Second person – the narrator talks directly to the reader
C. Third person limited – the narrator focuses on Salva’s thoughts and feelings
What type of film is “Salva’s Story”?
A. Science fiction
B. Documentary
C. Comedy
D. Mystery
B. A documentary.
The wartime setting mainly influences Salva by making him do what?
A. It makes him decide to stay in school
B. It forces him to act more mature and take on responsibilities
C. It causes him to play more often
D. It encourages him to ignore danger
B. It forces him to act more mature and take on responsibilities
What does shouldered mean in paragraph 34?
carried on his shoulders.
Which line in paragraphs 1-4 best shows a threatening tone?
“A jet plane veered away like a sleek evil bird.”
Why did the author most likely choose third-person narration?
A. To help the reader understand the setting
B. To help the reader understand Salva’s fear and experiences
C. To show only Nya’s thoughts
D. To make the story feel like a diary
B. To help the reader understand Salva’s fear and experiences.
How does the video use visuals (maps, photos, footage) to help the viewer understand Salva’s experiences?
A. To distract the viewer
B. To show where events happened and make the story more real and emotional
C. To make the video longer
D. To show what life is like in America
B. They show where events happened and make the story more real and emotional.
Why are the men and women separated in paragraph 18?
A. To form smaller walking groups
B. To protect the children
C. To show the danger and foreshadow family separation
D. To make the journey faster
C. To show the danger and foreshadow family separation
What does foreshadowing mean?
A clue or hint about what will happen later.
Why does the author include vivid imagery of smoke and flames?
A. To show the peacefulness of the setting
B. To help readers understand cooking methods
C. To create tension and show the chaos of war
D. To describe the weather
C. To create tension and show the chaos of war.
What is the purpose of the italicized questions in the story?
A. They show what other characters are thinking
B. They foreshadow future events
C. They show Salva’s thoughts and inner conflict
D. They introduce new characters
C. To show Salva’s thoughts and inner conflict.
Why does the video show Salva talking to American students?
A. To show how he values education and spreading awareness
B. To show he wants to stay in America forever
C. To show the students are not interested in his story
D. To help Salva practice English
A. To show how he values education and spreading awareness.
Why does the author include Salva’s repeated questions like “Where is my family?”
A. To show that Salva is curious about new places
B. To remind readers of the names of Salva’s family members
C. To highlight Salva’s confusion and fear during the crisis
D. To show that Salva is not interested in finding his family
C. To highlight Salva’s confusion and fear during the crisis
What part of speech are both hesitated and shouldered in the text?
A. Nouns – they are names of things
B. Verbs – they show actions Salva takes
C. Adjectives – they describe Salva
D. Pronouns – they take the place of nouns
B. Verbs – they show Salva’s actions.
Which word best describes the tone of the story overall?
A. Silly / funny
B. Peaceful / calm / loving
C. Frightening / tense / hopeful (at moments)
D. Romantic / loving / caring
Frightening / tense / hopeful (at moments).
Which answer best describes the author’s purpose in writing the story?
A. To teach readers about wildlife in Sudan
B. To explain how to survive in the desert
C. To show courage and survival during war
D. To compare Salva’s life to Nya’s life
C. To show courage and survival during war.
What is the main purpose of the video “Salva’s Story”?
A. To entertain viewers through comedy
B. To persuade people to buy a book
C. To inform viewers about Salva Dut’s journey and his work to bring clean water to Sudan
D. To show how to survive in the desert
C. To inform viewers about Salva Dut’s real-life journey and his mission to bring clean water to Sudan.
What do the final paragraphs reveal about Salva’s situation?
A. He has found a safe place to stay
B. He is surrounded by friends
C. It’s bleak and uncertain, showing his loneliness and loss of hope.
D. He is ready to return home
C. It’s bleak and uncertain, showing his loneliness and loss of hope.
In paragraphs 1-8, which quote is an example of foreshadowing?
“When will I see them again?” (paragraph 7).
How does the author’s word choice make readers empathize with Salva?
A. By using simple, descriptive language about daily life
B. By including emotional words that show Salva’s fear and courage
C. By focusing only on facts and events
D. By using humor to lighten the mood
B. By including emotional words that show Salva’s fear and courage
How does the story support the theme of perseverance?
A. Salva gives up when he becomes tired
B. Salva continues walking even when he feels hopeless
C. Salva stays in one place and waits for help
D. Salva only walks when others tell him to
B. Salva continues walking even when he feels hopeless.
How is the mood of the video different from the mood of A Long Walk to Water?
A. The video is scarier than the book
B. The video feels more hopeful and inspiring, while the book focuses more on fear and survival
C. The video is boring, but the book is exciting
D. The video is funnier than the book
B.The video feels more hopeful and inspiring, while the story focuses more on fear and survival.