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Why is the drill described as an “iron giraffe
Because it is tall loud and unfamiliar to the villagers making it seem like a strange living creature
What clues show that the drilling project is confusing and suspicious to Nya and the villagers
They do hard labor moving rocks and gravel without understanding the purpose and hear machines that do not sound like water
What does the sound of people working together represent for Nya
It represents cooperation and effort but also uncertainty because the expected result—water—has not appeared
Why does Salva stop himself from calling out to the woman in the refugee camp
He realizes she is not his mother and understands that his family is truly gone
What is the significance of Salva repeating “I am alone now
It marks his emotional turning point where he accepts his loss and recognizes his independence
How does Uncle’s advice about walking “as far as those bushes” help Salva beyond the desert
It teaches Salva to survive by focusing on small manageable goals rather than overwhelming fears
Why is the announcement that the camp will close so frightening for the refugees
It threatens their safety and stability when they already have nowhere secure to go
How does the chaos of soldiers forcing people to leave change Salva’s situation
He loses any sense of control and is pushed into extreme danger once again
Why is the Gilo River especially terrifying at this moment in the story
It is flooded dangerous and known for crocodiles making crossing it potentially deadly
What does Uncle’s death symbolize in Salva’s journey
The loss of protection and guidance forcing Salva to rely fully on himself
How does the group’s treatment of Salva change after Uncle dies
They see him as a burden and give him less support food and companionship
Why does Salva feel stronger even though he is more alone than ever
He gains inner strength and determination after realizing no one else will protect him
What does the massive size of the refugee camp emphasize about the war
It shows the enormous scale of displacement and suffering caused by the conflict
Why is Salva separated from the people he traveled with at the camp
Children without families are grouped together for organization and safety
What promise does Salva make to himself at the end of the passage
That if his family is alive somewhere in the camp he will keep searching until he finds them
