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Salva's village was attacked.
Salva is in his classroom when his class hears gunshots outside. Salva's teacher tells the kids to run to the bush. It is very important because the teacher started his journey and saved his life. -
Salva's uncle is found and his friend dies.
Salva's uncle dies right before they make it to the refugee camps. He was killed by looters that take everything from the group. (Page 63) -
Salva is chased by armed men in Ethiopia
Salva is chased away from his camp by armed men. Salva and many others were forced to cross the Gila River. (Page 75) -
Salva to America
Salva is flown to America along with other lost boys (Page 94) -
Salva's dad is alive!
Salva learns that his dad is still alive. Salva travels back to Sudan to see his dad in the hospital. (Page 100 -
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Salva meets his father
Salva meets his father again. Salva finds his father in the hospital and learns that his family is okay. He learns that the water is contaminated in his hometown which motivates him to make a change. (page 104) -
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Sudan makes a change
Sudan starts a program to make wells in Africa. Salva gets donors to give money for wells that will provide clean water. (page 109)
