Survival Skills and Decision Making

In this chapter of 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen, Brian is focused on maintaining his fire, which is crucial for his survival. He discovers that smoke from the fire repels mosquitoes, providing him relief. Brian also plans to use the fire as a signal for rescue. During the night, he hears strange noises and finds animal tracks, leading him to discover turtle eggs. Despite his initial hesitation, Brian eats the raw eggs to satisfy his hunger, realizing the importance of adapting to his environment for survival.

What does Brian find so precious that he cannot leave it?

• The fire

• The lake

• The shelter

• His hatchet

Why does Brian gather a large woodpile?

• To build a new shelter

• To keep the fire burning through the night

• To create a signal

• To build a raft

What advantage does Brian discover about the fire?

• It cooks food

• It keeps animals away

• It provides light

• It repels mosquitoes

What does Brian consider using the fire for besides warmth?

• Cooking

• A weapon

• A signal for rescue

• A tool for hunting

What does Brian discover in the sand the morning after hearing a noise?

• A turtle

• A pile of rocks

• Animal tracks

• A buried treasure

What does Brian find buried in the sand?

• A fish

• Eggs

• A turtle

• A crab

How does Brian feel about eating raw eggs initially?

• Confident

• Indifferent

• Hesitant

• Excited

What decision does Brian make about the eggs?

• To cook them

• To ration them

• To throw them away

• To eat them all at once

What does Brian remember that helps him decide to ration the eggs?

• The number of eggs

• The possibility of rescue

• The size of the eggs

• The taste of the eggs