Hatchet Novel Study Review

Who gives Brian the hatchet?

• His mom

• His dad

• His friend, Terry

• The pilot

What is "the Secret" that Brian refers to in the story?

• His mother cheated on his father.

• He failed his English test.

• He stole from a store.

• He is happy that his parents divorced.

Which animal(s) helps Brian most in the wild?

• The skunk

• The moose

• The turtles

• The bear

How does Brian attempt to hurt himself?

• He cuts himself with the hatchet.

• He runs towards a swarm of bees.

• He stops eating.

• He hits himself in the head with a rock.

Where does Brian see a bear?

• Near his shelter

• In the lake

• Atop the mountain

• In the berry patch

After the big storm, what is Brian able to see?

• The plane

• A sunken ship

• A raft

• A log cabin in the distance

Where does Brian almost lose his hatchet in Chapter 18?

• In the water

• Off a steep rock cliff

• In a bear den

• In a field

What is the first thing that Brian asks his rescuer in Chapter 19?

• "Do you have any food?"

• "How did you find me?"

• "Would you like something to eat?"

• "Are you good at fishing?"

What is Hatchet mainly about (What is the THEME of Hatchet?)?

• Summer vacation

• Canadian wildlife

• A boy struggling to survive

• Divorce

In 1-2 sentences, describe the setting of the novel Hatchet.

Answer explanation

Hatchet is set in the Canadian wilderness during the summer.