The River

At the beginning of the chapter, why wasn't Brian concerned when he heard thunder off in the distance?

• It seemed like a normal summer rainstorm.

• He was just dreaming.

• It was too far away.

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Why is it ironic that Brian notices the river on page 75, as if it was the first time that he saw it?

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Why do you thin Brian says "Please, God." at the end of chapter 15?

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What did the men want Brian to do?

• Write a book

• Make a video

• Write Blog

• Go back to woods

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Describe the character development of Brian in the novel 'The River'. How does he change throughout the story?

• Brian becomes less intelligent and resourceful

• Brian becomes more resilient, resourceful, and self-reliant as the story progresses.

• Brian becomes more lazy and dependent on others

• Brian becomes more fearful and helpless

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Explore the theme of survival in 'The River'. How does the author portray the struggle for survival in the wilderness?

• The author portrays the struggle for survival through the protagonist's love for nature and wildlife

• The author portrays the struggle for survival through the protagonist's lack of determination and laziness

• The author portrays the struggle for survival through the protagonist's resourcefulness, resilience, and determination to overcome challenges.

• The author portrays the struggle for survival through the protagonist's preference for city life

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Describe the character development of Brian in the novel 'The River'. How does he change throughout the story?

• Brian becomes less intelligent and resourceful

• Brian becomes more resilient, resourceful, and self-reliant as the story progresses.

• Brian becomes more lazy and dependent on others

• Brian becomes more fearful and helpless

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Interpret the plot of the novel. What are the major events that drive the story forward?

• The major events that drive the story forward include the protagonist's journey, conflicts, and resolutions.

• The major events that drive the story forward include the protagonist's shoe size, the color of the protagonist's house, and the protagonist's favorite movie.

• The major events that drive the story forward include the weather patterns, the protagonist's favorite food, and the protagonist's daily routine.

• The major events that drive the story forward include the protagonist's pet's name, the protagonist's favorite song, and the protagonist's best friend's occupation.

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What was Brian's motive for returning to the wilderness?

• To help Derek and the others learn survive skills for the training school.

• To see if he could do it all over again and live to tell the story.

• To help his mom, because they were struggling financially.

• To reunite with the only place he considered "home" and "normal."

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What is the main theme of the novel 'The River'?

• Survival and resilience

• Love and friendship

• Mystery and suspense

• Adventure and exploration

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