Questions and Answers
Why does Brian bother to clean his camp?
He wants to keep busy so he won't get depressed.
How is Brian's body changing from the way it was before?
He is thin now and he's tan.
How long does Brian work on the fish spear? What is the result?
Hours and hours. It doesn't work.
How is Brian's mind different? Are the changes good?
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When does Brian begin thinking about his mother's baked chicken? Why?
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What happens to make Brian lose hope that he will ever be found?
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How are Brian's feelings when he sees the wolf similar to his feelings when he saw the bear?
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How many days have passed since the crash?
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When did Brian try to kill himself? Why?
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Who is the 'New Brian' and what two things does he know that the old Brian did not?
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What are two mistakes Brian makes?
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How does something Brian learned in science class come in handy when trying to catch fish?
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What is 'Tough Hope'?
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What mistake is at first funny, but in the end nearly kills Brian? How does Brian show that he learns something from the mistake?
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How does Brian solve the problem of finding enough fish to eat?
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What does 'First Day' mean to Brian? What are 3 of the most important 'First Days'?
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Why is the day Brian washes the dead bird in the lake almost the last day of his life?
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How is Brian's experience with the moose the opposite of what he experienced with the bear and the wolf?
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How does Brian suddenly lose everything? What is his refraction?
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Why does Brian try to say some words for the pilot after the tornado?
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Study Notes
Brian's Mental and Physical Transformation
- Brian cleans his camp to stay active and avoid depression.
- His physical appearance changes; he becomes thin and tan as a result of survival.
- Mental connectivity improves; Brian becomes more aware of his surroundings and has a stronger connection between mind and body.
Survival Challenges
- Brian spends hours trying to make a fish spear, but fails in his attempts.
- He reflects on his past and begins craving familiar foods, such as his mother's baked chicken.
- After spotting a plane that doesn't notice him, his hope of being rescued diminishes.
Emotional Resilience
- Brian's experiences with wildlife evoke fear initially; he learns animals do not intend to harm him.
- He acknowledges a significant passage of time since the crash – 47 days.
- After a desolate moment five days post-crash, he contemplates suicide but emerges as the "New Brian" who accepts he will not succumb to despair.
Learning from Mistakes
- Brian makes critical errors: he almost blinds himself while using his bow and struggles initially to catch fish.
- A science lesson aids his fishing technique; he learns to account for light refraction.
- "Tough Hope" becomes a guiding belief; it signifies self-reliance despite external circumstances.
Adapting and Overcoming
- A humorous mistake involving a flimsy shelter leads to a skunk attack that blinds him temporarily; he learns to strengthen his shelter and store food securely.
- To ensure a consistent food supply, Brian constructs a pen in the water for fish.
Significance of First Days
- Brian designates key moments as "First Days" to mark time, identifying: First Meat Day, First Arrow Day, and First Rabbit Day.
Life-threatening Encounters
- A near-death experience occurs when a moose attacks him while he washes a dead bird, contrasting with previous encounters where he was left unharmed.
- A tornado later destroys his shelter and fish enclosure, leading him to resiliently commit to rebuilding everything.
Reflection after Trauma
- After the tornado, Brian is reminded of the pilot's fate when the airplane is partially lifted out of the lake; he silently honors the pilot with poignant thoughts.
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