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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 – 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of grass is said to grow at the edge of the river in Chapter 7?
(a) Fescue grass.
(b) Lotus grass.
(c) Papyrus grass.
(d) Wheat grass.

2. What color coveralls do the crew members wear in Chapter 13?
(a) Orange.
(b) Green.
(c) Red.
(d) Blue.

3. What are Salva's shoes said to be made from in Chapter 9?
(a) Cloth.
(b) Canvas.
(c) Tires.
(d) Papyrus.

4. How old is Nya's younger sister that she must take with her to get water in Chapter 4?
(a) 7.
(b) 6.
(c) 5.
(d) 8.

5. How long ago had Jewiir joined Salva's group when they are reunited in Chapter 6?
(a) Two days ago.
(b) One week ago.
(c) Three days ago.
(d) Two weeks ago.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many brothers does Salva have?

2. How old is Salva when his narrative picks up after six years at the refugee camp in Chapter 12?

3. How large is the group of people that arrive at the old woman's house in Chapter 3?

4. Who is Nya's younger sister that her mother makes her take along to get water in Chapter 4?

5. What position does Salva's father hold in his village?

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