Exploring Hatchet: Chapters 1-7

What event leads to Brian being stranded in the wilderness?

• The plane is struck by lightning.

• Brian runs out of fuel mid-flight.

• The pilot's heart attack leads to Brian being stranded in the wilderness.

• A storm causes Brian's plane to crash.

Describe the significance of the hatchet in Brian's survival.

• The hatchet is only useful for decoration.

• The hatchet is primarily used for fishing.

• The hatchet is a symbol of Brian's past life.

• The hatchet is significant as it is a vital tool for building shelter, preparing food, and creating fire, essential for Brian's survival.

How does Brian's emotional state change from the beginning to the end of chapter 7?

• Brian's emotional state changes from overwhelmed and anxious to determined and resilient.

• Brian's emotions remain unchanged from start to finish.

• Brian feels calm and content throughout the chapter.

• Brian becomes increasingly frustrated and hopeless.

What are some of the first challenges Brian faces after the crash?

• Building a raft, finding a map, making a fire

• Finding shelter, dealing with injuries, securing food and water, navigating the wilderness, and coping with isolation.

Identify a key theme introduced in the first seven chapters of Hatchet.

• Survival and self-reliance.

• Adventure and exploration.

• Fear and anxiety.

• Friendship and teamwork.

How does Brian's knowledge of nature help him in his survival?

• Brian uses his knowledge to predict the weather accurately.

• Brian's knowledge of nature helps him find food, build shelter, and navigate his environment.

• Brian relies on technology instead of nature for survival.

• Brian's knowledge allows him to communicate with animals.

What role does the memory of Brian's mother play in the story?

• Brian's mother is absent and has no impact on the story.

• Brian's mother's memory provides motivation and emotional support.

• Brian's mother only appears in flashbacks without any significance.

• Brian's mother's memory causes him to feel guilt and regret.

Explain the importance of the pilot's heart attack in the plot.

• The pilot's heart attack is irrelevant to the story.

• The pilot's heart attack is a comedic element in the narrative.

• The heart attack is a minor detail that doesn't affect the plot.

• The pilot's heart attack is crucial as it creates tension, challenges the crew, and drives character development.

What does Brian learn about food sources in the wild?

• Wild food sources consist only of fish and seafood.

• Food sources in the wild include berries, nuts, roots, and small game.

• The only food source in the wild is wild game meat.

• Food sources in the wild are primarily fast food restaurants.

How does Brian's character develop throughout these chapters?

• Brian remains the same throughout the chapters.

• Brian evolves from a frightened boy to a resourceful survivor.

• Brian loses all hope and gives up.

• Brian becomes more dependent on others.