Exploring Chapter 1 of Hatchet

Brian Robison, a 13-year-old boy, is on a bush plane heading to visit his father. During the flight, he reflects on his parents' recent divorce and the secret he holds about his mother. The pilot, who initially teaches Brian some basic flying skills, suddenly suffers a heart attack, leaving Brian alone in the plane, thousands of feet above the wilderness.

What type of plane is Brian flying in?

• Boeing 747

• Cessna 406

• Airbus A320

• Piper PA-28

How old is Brian Robeson?

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 13

What word does Brian associate with the start of his troubles?

• Secret

• Argument

• Divorce

• Separation

What does Brian know about his mother that he hasn't told anyone?

• She is moving away

• She lost her job

• She caused the divorce

• She is ill

What does the pilot let Brian do during the flight?

• Read the map

• Control the plane

• Navigate the route

• Talk to air traffic control

What does the pilot say about flying?

• It requires a lot of strength

• It's boring

• It's very difficult

• It almost flies itself

What does Brian initially think is causing the pilot's discomfort?

• A headache

• Something he ate

• A muscle cramp

• A cold

What does the pilot complain about before his condition worsens?

• His head

• His stomach

• His shoulder

• His back

What medical emergency does the pilot suffer from?

• Allergic reaction

• Seizure

• Stroke

• Heart attack

How does Brian feel when he realizes the pilot is incapacitated?

• Angry

• Relieved

• Terrified

• Excited