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Why does Brian want to go out to the plane?
Why does Brian want to go out to the plane?
He wanted to get to the plane for the survival pack.
What does Brian build so that he can get things from the plane to the shore?
What does Brian build so that he can get things from the plane to the shore?
Brian needed a raft to get to the plane and to get things back to shore.
How does Brian manage to get into the plane since there are no doors above the water?
How does Brian manage to get into the plane since there are no doors above the water?
The hatchet was used to chop an entry hole into the plane.
Explain what Brian means when he says that the loss of the hatchet means that he has nothing.
Explain what Brian means when he says that the loss of the hatchet means that he has nothing.
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How does Brian figure that the lake is not as deep as the plane is long?
How does Brian figure that the lake is not as deep as the plane is long?
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What does Brian fear the plane might do while he is inside of it?
What does Brian fear the plane might do while he is inside of it?
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List the items that are contained in the survival bag (be able to list at least 5 items).
List the items that are contained in the survival bag (be able to list at least 5 items).
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Brian says that the rifle and the matches change him. What change is he talking about, and why does he question the change it makes on him?
Brian says that the rifle and the matches change him. What change is he talking about, and why does he question the change it makes on him?
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What does Brian accidentally do that results in his being rescued?
What does Brian accidentally do that results in his being rescued?
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How has Brian changed as a result of his ordeal?
How has Brian changed as a result of his ordeal?
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Study Notes
Survival Pack Retrieval
- Brian aims to retrieve the survival pack from the submerged plane.
- A raft is constructed to transport items from the plane to the shore.
Accessing the Plane
- Brian uses his hatchet to create an entry hole, as the plane's doors are submerged.
Importance of the Hatchet
- The hatchet symbolizes survival for Brian, providing essential tools for food, shelter, and security.
- Losing the hatchet signifies a profound sense of vulnerability and helplessness.
Understanding Water Depth
- Brian deduces that the water is not as deep as the length of the plane based on its angled position and partial exposure.
Fears Inside the Plane
- Brian experiences anxiety about the plane potentially sinking or slipping while he is inside, highlighting the risk involved.
Survival Bag Contents
- Key items in the survival pack include:
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Cookset
- Matches
- Lighter
- Knife and compass
- First-aid kit
- Fishing kit
- Emergency transmitter
Emotional and Psychological Changes
- The introduction of the rifle and matches brings mixed feelings for Brian; he struggles with reliance on tools instead of his instincts.
- Brian questions whether the ease of using these items diminishes his self-reliance.
Accidental Rescue
- Brian's rescue is triggered when he accidentally leaves the emergency transmitter activated.
Personal Transformation
- Brian undergoes significant changes due to his survival experience:
- Weight loss of 17%
- Increased awareness of his surroundings
- Greater gratitude for resources
- A newfound fascination with food
- Development of dreams and aspirations beyond mere survival.
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Description
Test your knowledge on key survival techniques from the book 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen. This quiz explores Brian's challenges and his resourcefulness in retrieving a survival pack from a submerged plane. Discover the importance of tools and the strategies Brian uses to navigate his environment.
