Hatchet Chapters 11-14

Front

How has Brian’s body changed since he crashed in the Canadian wilderness?

Back

Brian's stomach has caved in, his skin is tanned, and his face is leathery from the smoke.

Front

What phrase does Chapter 11 begin and end with?

Back

"There were these things to do."

Front

Why couldn't Brian catch fish when he first began to use the bow and arrows?

Back

The water bent the light making the fish look like they were in a different place than where they really were.

Front

Why did Brian take four baths a day?

Back

To get rid of the skunk odor.

Front

What was the skunk looking for when it came into Brian's shelter?

Back

The turtle eggs.

Front

What does it mean when Brian's skin is described as leathery?

Back

It means his skin has become tough and rough due to exposure to the elements.

Front

What is the significance of Brian's long and shaggy hair?

Back

It shows how long he has been in the wilderness and how he has adapted to his environment.

Front

How does Brian's experience in the wilderness change his perspective on survival?

Back

He learns that survival requires resourcefulness and resilience.

Front

What does the phrase 'Only the strong survive' imply in the context of Brian's journey?

Back

It suggests that only those who are capable and determined can endure the challenges of survival.

Front

How does Brian's physical strength develop throughout the story?

Back

His arms have grown strong from all the firewood he has carried.