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ELA comprehension
Friday - Long Walk to Water Test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Tribe | group of people related by blood or marriage or customs and traditions. |
| Bush | dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes "Stay away from the villages - run into the bush." |
| Prod | to poke but with more than just a finger, urge someone on; or persuade (someone who is reluctant or slow) to do something |
| Stunted | slowed or stopped abnormally in growth or development. |
| Region | An area of land with common features |
| Solemn | Serious |
| Aroma | A strong pleasant smell. |
| Whimper | to cry, making small, weak sounds |
| Papyrus | reed plant that grows along the Nile that was used to make paper. "Some people were cutting down the tall papyrus grass by the water's edge." |
| Sorghum | a plant grown in hot and dry areas for its grain, which is used as food for humans and animals, and also as a fuel |