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What did Brian's campsite look like after the tornado?
What did Brian's campsite look like after the tornado?
Most of the logs that were Brian's shelter wall were nearby with one section still intact.
Before Brian could rebuild his shelter he had to?
Before Brian could rebuild his shelter he had to?
Build a fire.
Before going to sleep Brian remembered that inside the plane was___________________
Before going to sleep Brian remembered that inside the plane was___________________
the survival pack.
After the tornado Brian found ______________
After the tornado Brian found ______________
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Brian decided to get to the plane by _________________
Brian decided to get to the plane by _________________
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Brian named his raft _____________
Brian named his raft _____________
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Getting the raft to the plane was difficult because ____________
Getting the raft to the plane was difficult because ____________
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When Brian makes it back to civilization what will he think about this experience?
When Brian makes it back to civilization what will he think about this experience?
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What happened to Brian's hatchet as he was trying to cut into the side of the plane?
What happened to Brian's hatchet as he was trying to cut into the side of the plane?
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What keeps Brian from getting inside the plane?
What keeps Brian from getting inside the plane?
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Brian cut into the fuselage with his hatchet ___________
Brian cut into the fuselage with his hatchet ___________
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Why was getting the survival bag difficult?
Why was getting the survival bag difficult?
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What will be in the survival pack?
What will be in the survival pack?
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Study Notes
Brian's Campsite and Shelter
- After the tornado, Brian's shelter was partially intact with most logs nearby.
- Brian needed to build a fire as a first step before rebuilding his shelter.
The Survival Pack
- Brian recalled that the survival pack was inside the submerged plane, posing a challenge for retrieval.
Finding Resources and Building Raft
- After the tornado, Brian discovered fish in the lake as a resource.
- To reach the plane, Brian decided to construct a raft.
The Raft and Its Challenges
- Brian named his raft "Brush pile."
- Navigating the raft to the plane was difficult due to branches dragging and pulling in the water.
Reflections on Nature
- Brian considered the wilderness to be unbelievably beautiful, reflecting on his experience with a sense of longing for that natural setting once he returns to civilization.
The Hatchet Incident
- Brian’s hatchet accidentally dropped to the bottom of the lake while he attempted to cut into the side of the plane.
Accessing the Plane
- All openings, including the door and windows, were submerged underwater, making it impossible for Brian to enter the plane.
Utilizing the Hatchet
- Brian cut away triangles of metal from the plane's fuselage with his hatchet, keeping them for potential use as fish arrowheads or lures.
Challenges of Retrieval
- The survival bag was trapped inside the plane and caught on the seats, complicating its retrieval.
Contents of the Survival Pack
- The survival pack contained essential items, including food, matches, pots, medicine, and a compass.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the survival strategies Brian used in Gary Paulsen's 'Hatchet.' This quiz covers key moments such as building shelters, finding resources, and navigating challenges in the wilderness. Reflect on Brian's journey and his connection with nature.
