Hatchet Chapter 10, 11, 12

Front

What is the author's purpose in the sentence: 'It was a wonderful discovery'?

Back

To inform the reader.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

Why does the author emphasize the problem of the buzzing, biting mosquitoes?

Back

Because he is bringing special attention to them so that the reader understands how big a problem they are.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What can the reader infer about Brian chopping so much firewood?

Back

He is preparing wood in advance.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What does the author convey when he tells about the water turtle coming ashore to lay eggs?

Back

That they may be a source of food.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What did Brian feel had been taken away from him at the end of chapter 12?

Back

His dreams.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the significance of Brian's discovery of food sources in the wilderness?

Back

It shows his ability to adapt and survive.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How does the author use sensory details to enhance the reader's experience?

Back

By describing sights, sounds, and feelings that Brian experiences.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What role do the mosquitoes play in Brian's survival story?

Back

They highlight the challenges he faces in the wilderness.

Front

How does Brian's emotional state change throughout chapters 10-12?

Back

He moves from despair to a sense of hope and determination.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does Brian's fire symbolize in the story?

Back

It represents survival, warmth, and hope.