Unbroken Chapter 14-15 Flashcards

Study Notes

Rain comes on the third day without water, allowing Louie and the men to devise methods for collecting it.
The men create sun hats to protect themselves from harsh conditions as their situation worsens.
Mac's excessive chocolate consumption becomes detrimental as food supplies diminish.
Louie kills an albatross that lands on his hat, utilizing its meat as bait for fishing despite the unpleasant smell.
Inspired by past survival stories, Phil recalls a crew that survived twenty-one days at sea, motivating them to push onward.

Louie resolves to maintain mental strength while physically dwindling, engaging Phil in trivia and song-sharing.
Regular discussions of Louie's mother's meals offer psychological comfort, tricking their bodies into feeling satisfied.
Mac's demeanor contrasts with the others, reflecting increased withdrawal and despair.

The men surpass the twenty-one-day survival mark, initially filled with hope until rain and fish availability decrease.
In desperation, Louie promises to devote his life to God if rain returns, and his prayers are answered multiple times.

On the twenty-seventh day, a plane is sighted, eliciting hopes of rescue; however, it disappointingly begins firing upon them.
The men use rafts for cover, struggling to board again due to their weakened state, only to realize they are under attack by a Japanese bomber.

The plane attacks multiple times, prompting Louie to dive into the water to defend against sharks, showcasing his desperation and bravery.
A depth charge is dropped but fails to detonate; however, their secondary raft is destroyed, forcing them to rely on a single, deflating raft.

The men estimate they have drifted approximately 1,250 miles and anticipate surviving three more weeks before reaching land.
Louie and Phil retain some physical strength, while Mac's condition worsens, hinting at increasing challenges ahead.