Hatchet Novel By Gary Paulsen Quiz

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    What caused Brian to get sick?

    • Brian was sunburned.
    • Brian vomited because of the pain from the cut on his leg.
    • Brian ate too many berries.
    • Brian had a cold.
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This quiz tests understanding of key plot elements and themes in Gary Paulsen's novel 'Hatchet'. It assesses recall of specific events, character thoughts, and survival strategies, enhancing comprehension and engagement with the text.

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  • 2. 

    _____________ hurt Brian.

    • A porcupine

    • A bear

    • A bobcat

    • A wolf

    Correct Answer
    A. A porcupine
    Explanation
    A porcupine hurt Brian. Porcupines have sharp quills on their backs that they use as a defense mechanism. If Brian came into contact with a porcupine, he may have been pricked by its quills, causing him pain and injury.

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  • 3. 

    How will Brian make a fire?

    • By rubbing two sticks together

    • By using the sparks from the hatchet

    • With a match

    • With a magnifying glass

    Correct Answer
    A. By using the sparks from the hatchet
    Explanation
    Brian will make a fire by using the sparks from the hatchet. This implies that he will strike the hatchet against a hard surface, creating sparks that can ignite a fire.

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  • 4. 

    Passing by the gut cherries, Brian found ______________ to eat.

    • Greens

    • Raspberries

    • Eggs

    • Mushrooms

    Correct Answer
    A. Raspberries
    Explanation
    Brian found raspberries to eat while passing by the gut cherries.

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  • 5. 

    Brian saw a bear ___________.

    • Inside his shelter

    • By the lake near his shelter

    • In the woods

    • In the berry patch

    Correct Answer
    A. In the berry patch
    Explanation
    Brian saw a bear in the berry patch. This suggests that Brian encountered a bear while he was in the berry patch.

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  • 6. 

    One delightful treat was _____________.

    • The rain keeping the mosquitoes from coming out at dusk

    • Drinking the syrup from the raspberries

    • Finding a spear shaped limb

    • Walking in the rain

    Correct Answer
    A. Drinking the syrup from the raspberries
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "drinking the syrup from the raspberries". This suggests that the person found great pleasure in indulging in the sweet and flavorful syrup extracted from raspberries. It implies that this treat was enjoyable and satisfying to the person.

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  • 7. 

    What happened in Brian’s dream?

    • Brian’s mother and dad got married.

    • Terry showed Brian how to build a fire.

    • Brian fought wild animals.

    • Terry and Brian went swimming at the pool.

    Correct Answer
    A. Terry showed Brian how to build a fire.
    Explanation
    In Brian's dream, Terry showed him how to build a fire. This suggests that Brian may have been interested in learning survival skills or had a desire to become more self-sufficient. The dream could also symbolize a mentorship or guidance that Brian is seeking in his waking life.

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  • 8. 

    Brian chipped his hatchet while ____________.

    • Catching a fish

    • Hitting a tree

    • Throwing it at a porcupine

    • Fighting a bear

    Correct Answer
    A. Throwing it at a porcupine
    Explanation
    Brian chipped his hatchet while throwing it at a porcupine. This suggests that the forceful impact of the hatchet hitting the porcupine caused it to chip.

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  • 9. 

    1. Brian woke in the middle of the night ___________.

    • When an opossum climbed over him

    • With a terrible stomach ache

    • When he had a nightmare

    • After hearing a plane

    Correct Answer
    A. With a terrible stomach ache
    Explanation
    Brian woke in the middle of the night with a terrible stomach ache. This suggests that Brian was experiencing physical discomfort and pain in his stomach, which caused him to wake up. The other options, such as an opossum climbing over him, having a nightmare, or hearing a plane, do not provide a plausible reason for Brian waking up with a stomach ache.

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  • 10. 

    When Brian was unable to sleep, he kept thinking about __________.

    • His father's boat

    • What he and Terry had done last summer

    • What he could eat at home

    • His mother's affair

    Correct Answer
    A. His mother's affair
    Explanation
    Brian's inability to sleep is attributed to his thoughts about his mother's affair. This suggests that the affair is causing him distress and preoccupying his mind, making it difficult for him to sleep.

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  • 11. 

    A good title for Chapter 7 could be . . .

    • Raspberries

    • The Deer

    • Swimming

    • Down by the Lake

    Correct Answer
    A. Raspberries
  • 12. 

    Based on Chapter 8 one could conclude ______________.

    • Brian will sleep more soundly from now on

    • Brian will build a fire

    • Brian will find a new shelter

    • Brian will stay away from the berry patch

    Correct Answer
    A. Brian will build a fire
    Explanation
    Based on Chapter 8, it can be concluded that Brian will build a fire. The reason for this conclusion is not provided in the question, but it can be inferred from the information given in Chapter 8.

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  • 13. 

    A good title for Chapter 8 could be . . .

    • The Land of Plenty

    • A Strange Visitor

    • Getting Sick

    • The First Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. A Strange Visitor
    Explanation
    The title "A Strange Visitor" would be a good fit for Chapter 8 because it suggests that something unusual or unexpected happens in this chapter. It creates intrigue and anticipation for the reader, making them curious about who the visitor might be and what impact they will have on the story. This title sets up a sense of mystery and suspense, making it an engaging choice for the chapter.

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  • 14. 

    To keep from getting sick again, Brian _____________.

    • Went fishing

    • Decided he must find a different food to eat

    • Decided to eat only the ripest gut cherries

    • Decided to eat nuts

    Correct Answer
    A. Decided to eat only the ripest gut cherries
    Explanation
    Brian decided to eat only the ripest gut cherries in order to prevent himself from getting sick again.

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  • 15. 

    Before the animal attacked, Brian was awakened by ______________.

    • The movement

    • The noise

    • The smell

    • The scratching

    Correct Answer
    A. The smell
    Explanation
    Brian was awakened by the smell before the animal attacked. This suggests that the animal had a distinct odor that caught Brian's attention and alerted him to its presence. The smell could have been strong or unusual enough to wake him up and make him aware of the impending danger.

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