Hatchet Chapters 1-4 Comprehension Quiz

What is the main event that happens to Brian at the beginning of "Hatchet"?

• He gets lost in the woods.

• The pilot of the plane has a heart attack.

• He finds a hatchet in the forest.

• He meets a bear.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is an altimeter used for?

• Measuring temperature

• Measuring altitude

• Measuring speed

• Measuring distance

Which word best describes how Brian feels after the plane crash?

• Excited

• Frantic

• Bored

• Angry

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What does Brian use to try to call for help after the pilot becomes unconscious?

• A cell phone

• A CB radio

• A flashlight

• A whistle

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the main idea of chapters 1-4 in "Hatchet"?

• Brian learns to build a shelter.

• Brian struggles to survive after a plane crash.

• Brian finds new friends in the forest.

• Brian goes on a camping trip with his dad.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Why does Brian wince when he remembers his parents' divorce?

• He is happy about it.

• It causes him emotional pain.

• He doesn't remember it.

• He laughs about it.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is the function of the rudder in an airplane?

• To control the speed

• To control the direction left or right

• To measure altitude

• To provide power

Which of the following best summarizes Brian's actions after the crash?

• He immediately finds food and water.

• He panics, then tries to remember what he learned about survival.

• He builds a fire right away.

• He goes to sleep.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What does the word "clammy" mean as used to describe Brian's hands?

• Warm and dry

• Cold and sweaty

• Rough and dirty

• Smooth and soft

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Why does Brian feel desperation after the crash?

• He is excited to be alone.

• He is worried he won't survive.

• He wants to explore the forest.

• He is angry at the pilot.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3