Hatchet Anticipation Guide

What does Brian decide to do after the pilot has a heart attack?

• Brian decides to turn around and fly back to Hampton.

• Brian decides to try to land immediately.

• Brian decides to continue flying until he runs out of fuel.

• Brian decides to watch for other planes, so a pilot can help him.

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What is the main theme of the book 'Hatchet'?

• Survival and self-reliance

• Friendship and loyalty

• Love and sacrifice

• Adventure and exploration

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Who is the author of 'Hatchet'?

• Gary Paulsen

• J.K. Rowling

• Suzanne Collins

• Roald Dahl

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What is the primary setting of 'Hatchet'?

• A desert

• A forest

• A city

• An island

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What event leads to Brian being stranded in the wilderness in 'Hatchet'?

• A plane crash

• A shipwreck

• A car accident

• A hiking trip gone wrong

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Hatchet' to describe Brian's thoughts and feelings?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Internal monologue

• Personification

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What is the significance of the hatchet in the story?

• It is a symbol of Brian's survival skills

• It is a gift from his father

• It is used to build a shelter

• It is a weapon against animals

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How does Brian change throughout the story?

• He becomes more dependent on others

• He becomes more self-reliant and resourceful

• He becomes more fearful

• He becomes more aggressive

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What is the climax of 'Hatchet'?

• Brian finds a way to signal for help

• Brian builds a permanent shelter

• Brian discovers a food source

• Brian learns to make fire

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Which of the following is a major conflict in 'Hatchet'?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. Technology

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