What’s the Word?
Define the word "topple" in the context of the sentence below.
They tried to topple the regime.
What is takedown/overthrow?
Salva is known to be part of a group of young boys who travelled across several countries in Africa. What is this group called?
Who are the Lost Boys?
Make an inference about the evidence below about Nya (there is more than one answer).
"Nya knew that going home would take longer than coming had. But she might reach home by noon, if all went well."
Ms. Lona's response: The evidence illustrates the patience Nya has with this task. Additionally, this evidence can show Nya's responsibility and her dependability.
When Ms. Lona wants to get your attention to the board from independent work, what is the phrase she says?
What is pencils down, voices off, and eyes are tracking me in 3..2..1..?
Who does this bird drawing belong to? [SLIDE 1]
Who is Braylon?
Define the word "Assault" in the context of the sentence below.
"Arguments once settled by fighting with sticks were now being decided with assault weapons."
What is military?
What is the historical conflict happening in the book "A Long Walk to Water"?
What is the Sudanese Civil War?
Make an inference about the evidence below about Nya (there is more than one answer).
"She made two trips to the pond every day."
Ms. Lona's Response: Nya is responsible and dedicated for her family to receive what little water is around their area.
What is Ms. Lona's favorite TV show?
What is Gravity Falls?
Who does this bird drawing belong to? [SLIDE 2]
Who is Alicia?
Define the word "Abate" in the context of the sentence below.
The storm finally began to abate after several hours.
What is to become less intense?
What country were the Lost Boys travelling to for safety?
Hint: This is where Salva and his group were travelling to in the book.
What is Ethiopia?
Make an inference about the quotes below about Salva.
"Where are you going?"
"I don't know," said Salva.
Ms.Lona's Answer: Salva feels lost and uncertain about his current situation.
Name at least 2 countries that Ms. Lona has been.
What is the United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Spain, France, and Italy?
Who does this bird drawing belong to? [SLIDE 3]
Who is Anaiyah?
Define the word "eccentric" in the context of the sentence below.
The inventor was known for his eccentric habits and wild hair.
What is unconventional/strange?
What caused the rift between the Dinka and Nuer Tribe?
What is a Nuer rebel officer tried to topple the rebels’ Dinka supreme commander?
Make an inference about the quote below about Salva.
"Salva walked for hours with nothing to eat."
Ms. Lona's Response: Salva is resilient in the face of adversity. Hew can also been seen as able to endure hardship.
If a song played every time Ms. Lona walked into a room, what song would play?
What is the Lazy Song by Bruno Mars?
Who does this bird drawing belong to? [SLIDE 4]
Who is Shyanne?
Define the word "corroborate" in the context of the sentence below.
"New internal documents were released, which corroborate the allegations against the company."
What is to confirm or give support to an idea/theory?
Name 3 similarities between the Dinka and Nuer Tribe.
- Largest tribes in Sudan
- Greet the dawn by singing
- Live in square huts with round, uneven roofs
- Walk the roadless plain split by the White Nile
- Honor Cattle
- Participate in Cattle Raiding
- Part of the Rebel Army
Make an inference or a claim about the quote below about Nya.
"The thorn bushes were full of sharp thorns."
Nya is brave/determined/resourceful because she continues on her journeys despite obstacles in her way.
Who is Mr. Hall's favorite disney character?
Who is Wall-E?
Who does this bird drawing belong to? [SLIDE 5]
Who is Ms. Lona?