Hatchet - Chapters 4 - 6 flashcard & vocab

Front

What does 'slewed' mean?

Back

To turn or swing something to the side.

Front

What is an 'asset'?

Back

Something you own that has value.

Front

What happened when the pilot had a heart attack in 'Hatchet'?

Back

He pushed the rudder pedal and the plane assumed a new course.

Front

What does 'amphibious' mean?

Back

Able to live on both land and water.

Front

What was 'the secret' that Brian kept remembering?

Back

He saw his mother with another man.

Front

What does 'pulverized' mean?

Back

To reduce to fine particles or powder.

Front

What are 'hummocks'?

Back

Small, rounded hills or mounds.

Front

What does 'murky' mean?

Back

Dark, cloudy, or unclear.

Front

What is the significance of Brian's memories in 'Hatchet'?

Back

They reflect his emotional struggles and help him cope with his situation.

Front

What does 'clammy' mean?

Back

Unpleasantly damp and sticky.