The River Ch 7-9

In Chapter 7, why do Brian and Derek both find humor in their situation the next morning?

• They realize they slept in the wrong shelter.

• They recognize they look miserable but share a camaraderie.

• They discover their raft has drifted away in the night.

• They see a bear has stolen all their supplies.

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In Chapter 7, which best describes Brian’s hunger?

• Mild and hardly noticeable.

• Temporary, because he carried enough snacks.

• Manageable now, though he has experienced much worse.

• Nonexistent, since he’s more thirsty than hungry.

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In Chapter 8, how does Brian accidentally discover the fire stone?

• He trips down a slope and notices it near his hand.

• Derek points it out while fishing.

• He follows animal tracks leading him to it.

• He spies it glowing in the sun.

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In Chapter 9, what worries Brian about how easily they have found food and shelter?

• He fears that too much comfort dulls survival instincts.

• He dislikes the taste of the nuts and fish they gather.

• He thinks wild animals will be drawn to their successful camp.

• He prefers a more difficult challenge to test Derek.

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In Chapter 9, Brian concludes that true survival skills cannot be fully taught because:

• Brian does not trust Derek to teach survival properly.

• Physical strength is more important than knowledge.

• Only online courses can teach genuine survival knowledge.

• People refuse to learn unless they face real fear and desperation.

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