Exploring Hatchet: Chapters 2 and 3

What is the primary challenge Brian faces in Chapter 2?

• Navigating through a city after the crash

• Building a shelter from available materials

• Finding food in a grocery store

• Surviving alone in the wilderness after the plane crash.

How does Brian's emotional state evolve in Chapter 3?

• Brian evolves from despair to determination.

• Brian starts with determination and ends in despair.

• Brian feels overwhelmed but does not change.

• Brian remains indifferent throughout the chapter.

What significant event occurs when Brian attempts to start a fire?

• Brian struggles to find dry wood.

• Brian is unable to gather enough tinder.

• Brian successfully starts a fire.

• Brian accidentally extinguishes the fire.

Describe the setting in which Brian finds himself during these chapters.

• Brian is in a cozy cabin, relaxing by the fireplace.

• Brian is in a remote forested area, struggling to survive alone in the wilderness.

• Brian is on a tropical beach, enjoying the sun and surf.

• Brian is in a bustling city, surrounded by people and noise.

What does Brian learn about survival in the wilderness?

• Survival in the wilderness involves resourcefulness, knowledge of nature, and mental resilience.

• Survival in the wilderness means having access to modern technology.

• Survival in the wilderness is solely about physical strength.

• Survival in the wilderness requires a large group of people.

How does Brian's relationship with his parents affect his thoughts?

• Brian's thoughts are unaffected by his parents' opinions and support.

• Brian's thoughts are influenced by his need for parental approval and the emotional support they provide.

• Brian's thoughts are shaped by his desire for independence from his parents.

• Brian's thoughts are solely based on his friendships and social life.

What key item does Brian realize he must rely on for survival?

• his resourcefulness

• his knowledge of plants

• his luck

• his physical strength

How does the author illustrate Brian's feelings of isolation?

• Brian feels isolated because he enjoys spending time alone.

• Brian's isolation is due to his popularity among peers.

• Brian feels connected to nature and finds solace in it.

• Brian feels isolated due to his internal struggles and lack of connection with others.

What role does nature play in Brian's development during these chapters?

• Nature plays a crucial role in Brian's development by challenging him to adapt, learn survival skills, and foster resilience.

• Nature has no impact on Brian's growth.

• Nature distracts Brian from his goals.

• Nature only serves as a backdrop for Brian's journey.

What is the significance of the title 'Hatchet' in relation to Brian's journey?

• The hatchet represents Brian's fear and isolation.

• The hatchet is a tool for building a shelter only.

• The hatchet symbolizes Brian's survival, transformation, and inner strength.

• The hatchet symbolizes Brian's connection to his family.