Hatchet Chapters 1-4 Review Flashcards
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Who is Brian going to visit?

His father

What is wrong with the pilot?

He died of a heart attack

Why is Brian unable to say at first that the pilot is dead?

He was too afraid to admit it

What will eventually happen if Brian just keeps the plane on a course pointing straight ahead?

<p>The plane will run out of gas and crash</p> Signup and view all the answers

Brian decides to fly the plane onto the lake, why was this his best choice?

<p>The surface of the water is very hard, and a crash into it will be more severe than skidding on top of it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What word was Brian supposed to say as a signal that he was finished talking on the radio and ready to listen?

<p>'Over'</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Brian call the trees 'the green death'?

<p>He knows that if he hits them, they will tear the plane apart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the secret that Brian is bothered by?

<p>His mother had a boyfriend and was cheating on his father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Brian both lucky and unlucky after the crash?

<p>He is lucky because he is alive, but he is unlucky because he is alone and lost in the wilderness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brian's father do for a living?

<p>Mechanical Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What about the pilot does Brian have a hard time remembering?

<p>His name</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brian take from the pilot?

<p>Headset/Microphone</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why can't the man on the radio hear Brian?

<p>No signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

What gift did Brian's mother give him?

<p>Hatchet</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Brian feel about the gift from his mother?

<p>He didn't really like it but pretended he did.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Brian looks at all the dials on the plane dashboard, what information is he looking for?

<p>Gas Meter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What letter of the alphabet is the shape of the lake?

<p>L</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was Brian's mom with at the mall?

<p>Blonde haired man</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Brian reaches the store, where is the plane?

<p>Bottom of the lake</p> Signup and view all the answers

What hundreds of things does Brian see in the lake?

<p>Fish</p> Signup and view all the answers

What point of view is the story told from?

<p>3rd Person Omniscient</p> Signup and view all the answers

What attacked Brian as he watched the sun rise?

<p>Mosquitoes and black flies</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the forest compare to the city life Brian was used to?

<p>Quiet, different colors, insects humming, birds chirping, splashing from the fish</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Brian have to do to make it out of the crashed airplane alive?

<p>Tear off his seat belt, swim through the broken windshield, swim to the surface and swim to shore</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old is Brian?

<p>13</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'consume' mean?

<p>To use up or take over entirely</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'initial' mean?

<p>The first one</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'altitude' mean?

<p>The height of anything above a surface, most commonly, the Earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'horizon' mean?

<p>The line that forms where the Earth meets the sky.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'catalog' mean?

<p>A list of names, titles, or articles arranged by some system</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'flicker' mean?

<p>Burn unsteadily</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'gratitude' mean?

<p>Feeling of being thankful</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'lurch' mean?

<p>Move abruptly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'wince' mean?

<p>Tense the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'rigid' mean?

<p>Stiff; not flexible</p> Signup and view all the answers

Summarize chapter 3.

<p>A series of errors causes the plane to drop too quickly, crashing through trees before slamming into a lake. Brian frees himself from the submerging plane and pulls himself out through the shattered front window.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Brian respond to the pilot after the pilot experiences having a heart attack?

<p>He reaches for him</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can the reader conclude about Brian's relationship with his mother in chapter 1?

<p>In spite of his mother's secret, he still loves her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author illustrate about the pilot's condition?

<p>He is having a heart attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Brian respond to the pilot after the pilot experiences having a heart attack?

<p>Brian reached for him</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Brian's mom allow him to fly on a plane alone?

<p>The judge has given him 'visitation rights' and she allows him to go see his father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can the reader conclude about Brian's emotional state in a moment of crisis?

<p>He is feeling hopeless and tries to call out for help but can't find the words to say.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author use figurative language to convey in the sentence about escaping the plane?

<p>To show that the water was entering the plane and that it was filling up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion can you draw from Brian's sleep in Chapter 4?

<p>He was exhausted from surviving the plane crash and fell asleep, unable to even dream or have thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 4, why doesn't Brian like the gray time in the morning, when it began to get warm and before the sun was full up and hot?

<p>Because the mosquitoes and some black flies attacked him</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Character Overview

  • Brian is traveling to visit his father.
  • Brian's mother is involved with another man, causing emotional distress for Brian.
  • The pilot suffers a heart attack during the flight.

Key Plot Points

  • Brian's struggle with the reality of the pilot's death and his own survival.
  • He considers the plane's potential crash due to fuel depletion if he doesn’t take action.
  • Brian opts to land the plane on a lake to soften the impact rather than crashing into land.

Brian's Emotions and Thoughts

  • Brian feels both fortunate for surviving but unfortunate for being alone and lost in the wilderness.
  • There's a significant emotional impact from his mother’s infidelity, which he keeps secret.
  • Brian experiences a sense of hopelessness during the crash and yells for help in desperation.

Significant Events

  • The plane crashes due to a series of mechanical failures and Brian's inability to control it after the pilot's heart attack.
  • Brian successfully exits the submerged plane by swimming through the broken windshield and reaching the surface.

Wilderness Context

  • Brian witnesses the stark contrast between city life and the tranquility of the forest, noting the sounds of nature.
  • He observes various fish in the lake while attempting to navigate his situation.

Brian’s Survival Actions

  • After the crash, Brian tears off his seatbelt and swims to escape the sinking plane.
  • His surroundings include swarms of mosquitoes and flies, impacting his experience in the wilderness.

Important Concepts and Vocabulary

  • Brian's age is thirteen, indicative of his youthful perspective and vulnerability.
  • Understanding of basic aviation terminology such as "altitude," "horizon," and "gas meter" is crucial in the survival context.
  • Emotional vocabulary includes terms like "gratitude," "initial," and "consume," reflecting Brian’s internal struggles and the situation's gravity.

Narrative Techniques

  • The story is narrated in the third-person omniscient point of view, providing insight into Brian's thoughts and feelings.
  • Figurative language is utilized to convey Brian's dramatic experiences, particularly during the crash and his escape from the plane.

Brian's Development

  • Throughout early chapters, Brian shows resilience despite challenges, revealing his ability to adapt and survive alone.
  • His thoughts about his mother suggest a complex relationship filled with love and betrayal as he processes her actions.

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