A Long Walk To Water Literary Elements And Background Info Flashcards

1
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Flashback

A

During a school lecture, Salva thinks of the times he had with the boys while they herded cattle.

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Simile

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“…a jet plane veered ahead like a sleek evil bird.”

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3
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Cliffhanger

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His mouth fell open in amazement but he could not speak.

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4
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Metaphor

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Every movement in the grass was a lion stalking.

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Paradox

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Beneath his terrible sadness, he felt stronger.

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Hyperbole

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The first day in the desert felt like the longest day Salva had ever lived through.

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Personification

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A worry that had been growing like a long shadow across his thoughts.

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8
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Turning Point

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Salva blinked away the tears and took his first step into a new life in the USA.

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9
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Theme

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End prejudice
Never give up
One person can make a difference

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10
Q

When did South Sudan become independent?

A

July 9, 2011

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11
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About what size is South Sudan?

A

It is slightly smaller than the size of Texas in land size

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What languages do they speak in South Sudan?

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They speak several languages including English, Arabic, Dinka, and Nuer

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13
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What is the capital of South Sudan?

A

Juba

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14
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What mountain is in South Sudan?

A

Mt. Kinyeti

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15
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What country is north is South Sudan?

A

Sudan

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16
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What country is East of South Sudan?

A

Ethiopia

17
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What country is West of South Sudan?

A

CAR (Central African Republic)

18
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What countries are south of South Sudan?

A

Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and Kenya

19
Q

What desert is in North Africa?

A

Sahara Desert

20
Q

What desert is in South Africa?

A

Kalahari Desert

21
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What ocean is East of Africa?

A

Indian Ocean

22
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What ocean is west of Africa?

A

Atlantic Ocean

23
Q

What is the longest river in Africa (and in the world)?

A

The Nile

24
Q

What is the most famous mountain in Africa?

A

Mt. Kilimanjaro

25
Q

What island is off the south east coast of Africa?

A

Madagascar

26
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What famous lake is in Africa?

A

Lake Victoria