Question

In the beginning of the chapter it is explaining the process by which Nya fills her gourds (the holder for her water) and it details how the water that she gets is filthy and muddy. What does this suggest about Nya's family? Write one paragraph to explain your answer.

Answer 1

It is Nya’s job to get the water for her family. Water controls where she lives because she must move when the pond dries up to a lake.  She mentions how filthy and muddy the water is because she watches her family drink the filthy water.

Answer 2

it suggests that Nya’s family is pour and is grateful for the water even though it’s dirty.