Questions about Survival and Consequences

What motivated Sam to live in the wilderness?

• He wanted to prove a point to his family

• He wanted adventure and independence

• He was running away from school

• He had no other place to live

What was the first major challenge Sam faced?

• Finding shelter

• Hunting animals

• Dealing with cold weather

• Climbing trees

What technique did Sam use to hollow out the tree?

• A pocketknife

• Animal claws

• Fire

• A shovel

What phrase shows the use of imagery in the story?

• "I was tired."

• "The air smelled like smoke and pine."

• "He walked fast."

• "I didn't like the forest."

How does the author show that Sam is becoming more self-reliant?

• By showing looking for water

• By showing him crying often

• By showing him planning ahead and solving problems

• By showing him writing letters

Which of the following best describes the setting of the story?

• A bustling city

• A quiet countryside town

• A remote mountain forest

• A coastal village

What theme is most strongly suggested in the passage?

• Friendship is the key to survival

• Growing up means becoming independent

• Money leads to happiness

• City life is the best life

What was Sam's reaction to catching his first meal?

• He was disgusted

• He felt guilty

• He was proud and satisfied

• He shared it with a stranger

What is the main internal conflict in this excerpt?

• Sam arguing with animals

• Sam versus his fears and doubts

• Sam fighting with other campers

• Sam running from the law

Which quote best shows Sam's growth?

• "I wanted to go home."

• "That was the first time I had planned ahead."

• "I missed my TV."

• "I didn't know what to do."