"The soldiers were forcing some of them into the water, prodding them with their rifles..." What does prodding mean?
poking
Which of the following quotes best describes Salva? a. "Salva kept sharing." b. "Salva had no choice." c."Salva did not know how long he was in the water." d."Salva struggled - kicking, clawing."
a.
"The din of machinery and hard work could be heard for miles." What does din mean?
A loud, unpleasant, prolonged noise
Why do you believe Salva is determined?
He decided he wants to live.
Which of the following quotes best describes how the thought of Salva's family helped Salva stay determined?
a "He could recall the gentleness of his sisters; the strength of his father; the care of his mother." b "Salva made up his mind." c "Why? Why are they shooting
"If that didn't work, he would talk to them earnestly and try to persuade them." What does it mean to do something earnestly?
Very seriously and sincerely
What is special about the younger boys in the group? Why?
The younger boys reminded Salva of his younger brother Kuol. That made Salva happy and determined.
Why do you believe Salva was the leader of the group of boys?
He was the most determined and strongest. He persuaded everyone to keep going.
"Water had to be flowing constantly into the borehole to keep the drill running smoothly." What is a borehole?
a deep, narrow hole made in the ground, especially to locate water or oil
"They were traveling through a part of Sudan still plagued by war." What does plagued mean?
Affected by trouble or distress
Why do you believe Salva kept telling the group one more day?
To keep them going; It's what his uncle said to him to help him keep going
What is similar between Salva's first walk and his second?
Both walks were exhausting and dangerous.
"Every group had stories of terrbile peril." What does peril mean?
serious and immediate danger
What traits make Salva a leader?
Determined, strong, persuasive
Why do you believe the bag kept leaking?
There was too much water in it
What is similar between Salva and Nya?
They both have to find water. They are both a part of a tribe.