Hatchet Ch 9-10 Flashcard

Front

What is the main material Brian used to successfully start a fire?

Back

Birch bark peelings.

Front

What essential element did Brian discover was needed to keep the fire going?

Back

Air.

Front

Why is it important to keep a fire going during the day in the wilderness?

Back

The fire kept the bugs away.

Front

What could be a suitable title for Chapter 9 of Hatchet?

Back

The Wonders of Fire.

Front

How did Brian identify the animal that came up in the sand as a turtle?

Back

Brian had seen a television show about sea turtles.

Front

What are some common materials that can be used to start a fire in the wild?

Back

Grass, twigs, dry leaves, and birch bark.

Front

What role does air play in starting and maintaining a fire?

Back

Air provides the oxygen needed for combustion.

Front

What are the benefits of having a fire in a survival situation?

Back

It provides warmth, cooks food, and keeps insects away.

Front

What is a key survival skill demonstrated by Brian in Hatchet?

Back

The ability to start a fire.

Front

What can be used to keep a fire burning longer?

Back

Adding larger pieces of wood or fuel.