Hatchet Vocabulary and Context Clues Quiz

What does the word 'tundra' mean in the context of the story Hatchet?

• A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region

• A rocky, mountainous desert

• A dense, tropical rainforest

• A swampy, marshland area

In the sentence 'Brian hacked at the underbrush with his hatchet', what does 'hacked' mean?

• To cut or chop roughly and violently

• To dance gracefully and elegantly

• To sing loudly and off-key

• To type on a keyboard quickly and accurately

Based on the sentence 'The moose was a formidable opponent', what does 'formidable' mean?

• friendly and approachable

• unimportant and insignificant

• causing fear or apprehension

• weak and feeble

What is the meaning of the word 'tapered' in the sentence 'The river tapered off into a small stream'?

• To become more colorful and vibrant towards one end

• To become completely flat and still

• To become wider and deeper towards one end

• To become gradually smaller or thinner towards one end

In the sentence 'Brian's shelter was rudimentary but effective', what does 'rudimentary' mean?

• modern or cutting-edge

• sophisticated or intricate

• complicated or advanced

• basic or primitive

What is the meaning of the word 'gratuitous' in the sentence 'The author's gratuitous use of adjectives made the writing seem excessive'?

• Excessive

• Necessary

• Appropriate

• Minimal

Based on the sentence 'The darkness was oppressive', what does 'oppressive' mean?

• Bright and cheerful

• Relaxing and soothing

• Causing discomfort or distress

• Pleasant and enjoyable

In the sentence 'Brian's mood was despondent', what does 'despondent' mean?

• Feeling energetic and enthusiastic

• Feeling angry and aggressive

• Feeling hopeless or in low spirits

• Feeling joyful and optimistic

What is the meaning of the word 'recede' in the sentence 'The sound of the plane receded into the distance'?

• disappear suddenly

• remain stationary

• approach or advance

• move back or retreat

Based on the sentence 'The fire provided a modicum of warmth', what does 'modicum' mean?

• An overwhelming abundance

• No amount at all

• A large quantity

• A small amount or quantity