HATCHET BY Gary Paulsen

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What happened to the pilot of the airplane
- He flew home to be with his dog.
- He broke his hand landing while the plane.
- He parachuted out of the plane.
- He had a heart attack and died.

About This Quiz

This quiz tests knowledge on 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen, covering key plot elements and character experiences in the wilderness survival story.

2.

What did Brian remove from the plane?
- Survival Pack
- Money
- Pack of Gum
- Batteries
Correct Answer

A. Survival Pack

Explanation

Brian removed the survival pack from the plane. This suggests that he prioritized taking essential items for survival in a potentially dangerous situation. The survival pack likely contains necessary supplies such as food, water, first aid kit, and tools, which could be crucial for his well-being and chances of survival in an emergency situation.

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3.

Who was Brian going to visit before the plane crash?
- Dad
- Mom
- Grandmother
- Uncle
- Cousin
Correct Answer

A. Dad

Explanation

Brian was going to visit his dad before the plane crash. This can be inferred from the information given in the question, which states that Brian was going to visit someone before the crash, and the correct answer choice is "Dad".

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4.

What animal came into the dark shelter before Brian had the fire?
- A Porcupine
- A Bear
- A Beaver
- A Snake
Correct Answer

A. A Porcupine

Explanation

Before Brian had the fire, a porcupine came into the dark shelter.

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5.

What did the skunk steal from Brian?
- Knife
- Turtle Eggs
- Turkey
- Clothes
Correct Answer

A. Turtle Eggs

Explanation

The skunk stole turtle eggs from Brian.

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6.

What did Brain drop in the water that he had to go diving for?
- Flashlight
- Gun
- Bow and Arrow
- Hatchet
Correct Answer

A. Hatchet

Explanation

Brian dropped his hatchet in the water, which is why he had to go diving for it.

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7.

What shape is the lake that Brian's plane crashed into?
- A Circle
- A Rectangle
- L Shaped
- U Shaped
Correct Answer

A. L Shaped

Explanation

Based on the given information, Brian's plane crashed into a lake. The shape of the lake is described as "L Shaped".

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8.

If you could replace one item in the Survival Pack which item would you replace and what would you replace it with? Tell why your item may have been helpful to Brian.
9.

Why do you think Brian reacted the way he did when saw the pane?
10.

Tell two mistakes that Brian made and give details of how he learned from those mistakes.
11.

Do you think Brian's time stranded in Canada helped him deal with the "secret"? Explain your answer.

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Hatchet By Gary Paulsen

What happened to the pilot of the airplane

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What did Brian remove from the plane?

Who was Brian going to visit before the plane crash?

What animal came into the dark shelter before Brian had the fire?

What did the skunk steal from Brian?

What did Brain drop in the water that he had to go diving for?

What shape is the lake that Brian's plane crashed into?

If you could replace one item in the Survival Pack which item would you replace and what would you replace it with? Tell why your item may have been helpful to Brian.

Why do you think Brian reacted the way he did when saw the pane?

Tell two mistakes that Brian made and give details of how he learned from those mistakes.

Do you think Brian's time stranded in Canada helped him deal with the "secret"? Explain your answer.