Brian's Hunt: Comprehension Questions

Peyton Wicks introduces 'Brian's Hunt' by Gary Paulsen. Brian returns to the wilderness, reflecting on his past experiences and survival skills. He recalls nightmares and memories, observes nature, and considers hunting a moose but decides against it. Brian reflects on Quagga Douche and her family, and continues his journey north, contemplating civilization and the untouched natural world.

Who is the author of 'Brian's Hunt'?

• Gary Paulsen

• Wendy Lamb

• Brian Small Horn

• Peyton Wicks

What does Brian consider the wilderness to be?

• A place of nightmares

• A dangerous place

• His home

• A temporary escape

What item does Brian find particularly wonderful to have?

• A tent

• A fishing rod

• A canoe

• Matches

What recurring dream does Brian have?

• A bear attack

• A flood

• Being lost in the woods

• A plane crash

What humorous memory does Brian recall?

• A skunk keeping a bear away

• Falling into a river

• Getting lost

• A bird stealing his food

What does Brian notice about the fish in the lake?

• They are good eating fish

• They are dangerous

• They are scarce

• They are hard to catch

Why does Brian decide not to hunt the moose?

• It was illegal

• It was too small

• He didn't have enough arrows

• He was too tired

Who is Susan Small Horn?

• A fellow hunter

• His teacher

• A girl he thinks about

• Brian's sister

What is the significance of the island where Susan's family camps?

• It's a popular tourist spot

• There are fewer mosquitoes

• It's close to civilization

• It's a hunting ground

What does Brian think about the world south of the wilderness?

• It's beautiful

• It's ugly and wrong

• It's full of opportunities

• It's peaceful