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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 – 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How far is Salva's school said to be from his home in Chapter 1?
(a) Three hours' walk.
(b) A half-hour walk.
(c) Two hours' walk.
(d) An hour's walk.

2. In what year does Nya's story start?
(a) 1985.
(b) 1991.
(c) 2008.
(d) 2009.

3. How does Nya get water at the camp by the lake?
(a) She walks to the river.
(b) She has to dig for it.
(c) She walks to the pond.
(d) She uses the pump.

4. After whom is Salva's village named?
(a) After Salva's uncle.
(b) After Salva's grandfather.
(c) After Salva's great-uncle.
(d) After Salva's father.

5. With what tribe does Nya's tribe fight at the lake?
(a) The Dinka tribe.
(b) The Nuer tribe.
(c) The Oma tribe.
(d) The Jur-chol tribe.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why has Salva not seen Uncle Jewiir for some time when they are reunited in Chapter 6?

2. In the Dinka language, the Atuot people are called what?

3. What is the name of the village where Salva grew up?

4. How old is Nya in the beginning of her story?

5. What food does the old woman give to Salva in Chapter 3?

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