Hatchet - Chapters 1 to 10 Quiz

Questions and Answers

Where is Brian's plane headed?

Canada

How does the pilot die?

He has a heart attack

Brian's mother gives him a backpack as a gift.

False

Brian's parents recently got divorced.

True Signup and view all the answers

Brian tries to radio for help.

True Signup and view all the answers

The pilot lets Brian fly the plane for a minute.

True Signup and view all the answers

Brian knows a secret about his mother.

True Signup and view all the answers

What do you know about Brian and his family so far?

His parents are divorced, his mom has a secret, his dad lives in the Canada oil fields, he is mad at his mother, he doesn't like lawyers or judges. Signup and view all the answers

Explain why Brian is taking this trip?

He is leaving from his mom's house in New York to his dad's house in the Canada oil fields for summer visitation. Signup and view all the answers

List the sequence of events that lead up to the pilot's death.

He talked about aches and pains, then had stomach pain, complained about chest pain, and then had a heart attack. Signup and view all the answers

What is Brian's reaction to the pilot's death?

He was stopped, could not think, had a flash of horror, and was frozen. Signup and view all the answers

What does Brian decide to do after the pilot's death?

He plans to make radio calls every ten minutes, maintain his course, and crash land into a lake. Signup and view all the answers

What does Brian mostly do in the hours following the crash?

He sleeps. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Brian with when he witnesses the 'Secret'?

Terry Signup and view all the answers

Brian is attacked by bugs and mosquitoes.

True Signup and view all the answers

The plane lands in a parking lot.

False Signup and view all the answers

Brian had seen his mother with another man.

True Signup and view all the answers

Brian is not used to being surrounded by so much nature.

True Signup and view all the answers

Brian has some injuries from the plane crash.

True Signup and view all the answers

Find a quote that supports the statement, 'Brian struggles with accepting his parents' divorce.'

'If he had good luck his parents wouldn't have divorced because of the Secret.' Signup and view all the answers

In detail, describe how Brian crashes.

The engine shut down, he controlled the descent, and the plane crashed into the trees before sinking. Signup and view all the answers

What surprises Brian about the outdoors?

It is very quiet with swarms of mosquitoes and beautiful scenery. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'The Secret'?

He saw his mom in a car with another man. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the sights and sounds that Brian observes after the crash.

He hears birds singing, sees fish jumping, and an otter house. Signup and view all the answers

What does Brian not find on himself?

a candy bar Signup and view all the answers

What is the first food that Brian finds and eats?

berries Signup and view all the answers

Brian builds a shelter under a huge tree.

False Signup and view all the answers

Brian wonders if help will come soon.

True Signup and view all the answers

Brian drinks water from the lake.

True Signup and view all the answers

Brian feels weak with hunger.

True Signup and view all the answers

Brian realizes his plane had flown way off course before crashing.

True Signup and view all the answers

Write two details from these chapters that you think are important.

<ol> <li>Brian is way off course and may be lost for a long time; 2. He needs food, water, and shelter.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is your opinion of Brian so far?

Brian is nice, he is good at keeping secrets, and he is smart. Signup and view all the answers

List everything that Brian has in his pockets and on his body.

he has a quarter, 3 dimes, a nickel, two pennies, a fingernail clipper, a billfold with a $20 bill, odd pieces of paper, a hatchet, tennis shoes, socks, jeans, underwear, a thin leather belt, a t-shirt, windbreaker, a broken digital watch. Signup and view all the answers

What are some positive and negative thoughts that Brian has?

Positive thoughts: survival skills from shows, he will be found soon, he has shelter. Negative thoughts: may be lost for a long time, no food, can't make fire. Signup and view all the answers

How do Brian's emotions change throughout these chapters?

He goes from thirst to drinking, from hunger to finding berries, and fatigue to sleeping. Signup and view all the answers

What are three things that Brian accomplishes on his first full day in the wilderness?

He found food, he found water, he found shelter. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Brian dream about?

his dad and Terry Signup and view all the answers

What fruit does Brian find?

raspberries Signup and view all the answers

Put the following statements in chronological order.

Brian gets sick from the gut cherries. = 1 Brian encounters a bear. = 2 Brian pulls porcupine quills out of his leg. = 3 Brian has dreams that he doesn't understand. = 4 Brian realizes that his Hatchet could possibly make fire. = 5 Signup and view all the answers

Identify the type of figurative language in the quote and justify your answer.

Simile because it is comparing two things using like. Signup and view all the answers

How does Brian react to his encounter with the bear?

He was scared and frozen, standing still and staring. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Brian in the middle of the night?

An animal snuck in, and Brian kicked at it, getting quills in his leg. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the dreams Brian has?

He dreams of his father trying to tell him something and fire. Signup and view all the answers

Do you think Brian will be able to make fire?

Yes. Signup and view all the answers

What are three challenges that Brian faces?

He faces a bear, a porcupine, and no fire. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does Brian not add to his fire?

an old family photo Signup and view all the answers

What meal does Brian find the morning after he starts his fire?

turtle eggs Signup and view all the answers

Put the following statements in chronological order.

Brian rips up his $20 bill. = 1 Brian realizes he must blow gently to make a fire. = 2 Brian finally makes a fire. = 3 Brian is delighted to discover the bugs leave him alone when near the fire. = 4 Brian sees strange tracks in the sand. = 5 Signup and view all the answers

Give a new name for chapter 9 and chapter 10.

Chapter 9: Fire at Last; Chapter 10: A Fire Prison. Signup and view all the answers

How does Brian finally make his fire?

He used dry birch bark and his hatchet to create sparks. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Brian called his fire a 'friend'?

The fire helped keep him safe and felt alive. Signup and view all the answers

What surprise meal does Brian discover in chapter 10?

He found turtle eggs. Signup and view all the answers

Re-read the last three paragraphs of chapter 10. What do you think this shows about Brian?

It shows that he is brave, courageous, and hopeful. Signup and view all the answers

Write some quotes that show how Brian feels about his new fire.

'I have a friend named fire. Hello fire.' Signup and view all the answers

Describe Brian.

Brian is a brave and courageous boy. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the pilot.

The pilot is a nice person who died of a heart attack. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Brian's mother.

She is a nice woman who loves her son but also a cheater. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Terry.

Terry is Brian's best friend. Signup and view all the answers

What controls the direction of a plane?

The rudder Signup and view all the answers

____________ helped to ease Brian's hunger.

lake water Signup and view all the answers

What does Brian use to help start the fire?

his hatchet and birch bark Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the pilot in the story?

The pilot had a heart attack and died; the plane crash-landed. Signup and view all the answers

A ____________ was the gift that Brian's mother gave him.

hatchet Signup and view all the answers

What made Brian sick?

berries Signup and view all the answers

When Brian encountered a ____________, it wasn't afraid of Brian.

bear Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 9, what did Brian awake to?

tracks in the sand that led to turtle eggs Signup and view all the answers

What attracted Brian to the berry bush?

birds Signup and view all the answers

The setting of the story starts in ____________.

New York Signup and view all the answers

What did Brian feel his dad and Terry were trying to tell him in his dream?

how to make fire Signup and view all the answers

Describe what happened each time Brian met with the porcupine and the bear.

With the porcupine, he kicked at it and got quills in his leg; with the bear, he was scared and froze. Signup and view all the answers

What swarmed Brian during the middle of the day?

mosquitoes Signup and view all the answers

Brian wasn't able to maintain radio contact as the plane was going down.

True Signup and view all the answers

What two things did Brian's English teacher always remind the kids about?

stay positive and stay on top of things Signup and view all the answers

Why did Brian keep telling himself that he needed to remember small pieces of information?

so that he did not get overwhelmed and could focus on one thing at a time Signup and view all the answers

Do you think Brian will be able to survive?

False Signup and view all the answers

Which characters are considered antagonist and protagonist?

antagonist is Brian's mother, protagonist is Brian. Signup and view all the answers

What are the steps to make a fire?

Make a nest of birch bark, create sparks, and blow gently to ignite. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Brian and His Journey

Brian is traveling from New York to Canada to visit his father for the summer due to a judge's ruling.
His parents have recently divorced, which is a source of emotional distress for him.
Brian's feelings are complicated by the "Secret," which refers to witnessing his mother with another man.

Crisis in the Air

The pilot of Brian's plane suffers a heart attack mid-flight, leading to panic and chaos.
Brian tries to radio for help but is ultimately left to manage the aircraft alone.
The plane crashes into a remote lake after losing engine power.

Immediate Aftermath

Brian experiences an intense emotional response to the crash, feeling frozen and overwhelmed.
Following the crash, he is injured but manages to release his seatbelt and swim to safety.
Nature around him is both beautiful and daunting, presenting challenges like finding shelter, food, and water.

Survival Skills

In the days following the crash, Brian learns to adapt and survive, beginning to find food and water sources.
He discovers raspberry plants and turtle eggs, which aid in alleviating his hunger.
Brian's hatchet becomes a crucial survival tool, aiding in fire-making and protection.

Building a Fire

Brian dreams of fire and recalls survival tips, which motivate him to start a fire with his hatchet and birch bark.
Creating fire proves beneficial in keeping away insects and providing warmth, marking a significant milestone in his survival.
Brian refers to fire as his "friend," representing his newfound ability to control elements of his environment.

Encounters with Wildlife

Brian has tense encounters with wildlife, including a bear and a porcupine; he learns to navigate these interactions cautiously.
The porcupine incident teaches him the importance of not confronting unknown animals.

Emotional Growth and Challenges

Throughout the story, Brian experiences a range of emotions, from fear and desperation to moments of hope and determination.
His character evolves as he relies on his resourcefulness and resilience to face the wilderness.
Brian's experiences emphasize themes of survival, self-discovery, and coming to terms with his family dynamics.

Key Themes and Concepts

The contrast between isolation in the wilderness and Brian's inner turmoil regarding his family.
The significance of nature as both an adversary and a source of solace.
The importance of problem-solving skills and maintaining a positive mindset in challenging situations.

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Test your knowledge of the first ten chapters of 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen. This quiz includes key events, character actions, and true/false statements that will challenge your understanding of the book. Perfect for students seeking to review major plot points and character details.