Hatchet Quiz Chapters 9 & 10

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1. The best thing about having the night visitor was Brian _______________.

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Having the night visitor was beneficial for Brian because it provided him with food.

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This quiz assesses comprehension of Chapters 9 & 10 of 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen. It covers key survival skills and challenges faced by the protagonist, Brian, including starting... see morea fire and the importance of being alert to environmental cues. see less

2. Brian was lucky a sound woke him because _____________.

Explanation

Brian was lucky a sound woke him because it alerted him to the fact that his fire was about to go out. This allowed him to take immediate action and prevent the fire from extinguishing, which would have been problematic considering he likely needed the fire for warmth, cooking, or both.

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3. A good title for Chapter 9 could be ______________.

Explanation

Chapter 9 could be titled "The Wonders of Fire" because the given options suggest different topics for chapters, and "The Wonders of Fire" seems to be the most appropriate title for a chapter. The other options, such as "The Airplane," "The Huge Bird," and "The Wolf in the Forest," do not seem to be relevant or related to the topic of fire. Therefore, "The Wonders of Fire" is the most fitting title for Chapter 9.

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4. The turtle eggs looked _____________.

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The correct answer is "white and round like ping pong balls." This suggests that the turtle eggs had a white color and a round shape, similar to the appearance of ping pong balls.

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5. Watching Uncle Carter eat ____________ made Brian feel queasy.

Explanation

Watching Uncle Carter eat a raw egg with his milk made Brian feel queasy.

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6. Which of the following was NOT a reason Brian wanted a fire?

Explanation

Brian wanted a fire for several reasons, including keeping away animals like the porcupine, keeping mosquitoes away with the smoke, and building a signal fire. However, heating his raspberries on the fire was not mentioned as a reason.

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7. _____________ was making the noise that awakened Brian.

Explanation

A turtle making noise is the most unexpected and surprising option among the given choices. It is highly unlikely for a turtle to make enough noise to awaken someone. Therefore, the noise made by a turtle would be unusual and unexpected, making it the correct answer.

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8. Brian ate ______________.

Explanation

Brian ate six eggs and saved the rest. This means that out of the total number of eggs available, Brian consumed six of them and did not eat the remaining eggs.

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9. Brian discovered that he also needed ___________ to get the fire going.

Explanation

Air is needed to get the fire going because it provides oxygen, which is necessary for combustion. Without air, the fire would not have enough oxygen to sustain itself and would quickly die out.

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10. Brian called himself ____________.

Explanation

Brian called himself a city boy. This suggests that Brian identifies himself as someone who is accustomed to and comfortable with living in a city environment. It implies that he may prefer the hustle and bustle of city life, the convenience of urban amenities, and the opportunities that a city can offer. This self-identification as a city boy may also indicate that Brian feels out of place or less comfortable in rural or suburban settings.

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11. How did Brian know the animal that came up in the sand was a turtle?

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Brian knew the animal that came up in the sand was a turtle because he had seen a television show about sea turtles. This implies that the television show provided information and visuals about sea turtles, allowing Brian to recognize the animal based on his prior knowledge and observation from the show.

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12. A good title for Chapter 10 could be ______________.

Explanation

Chapter 10 could be titled "Turtle Eggs" because it suggests a topic related to turtles and their reproduction. This title implies that the chapter might explore the life cycle of turtles, their nesting habits, and the importance of protecting their eggs. It could also indicate a focus on the challenges faced by turtle hatchlings and the efforts made to ensure their survival. Overall, "Turtle Eggs" is a fitting and descriptive title for a chapter that delves into the world of turtles and their eggs.

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13. Brian tried lighting many items. Finally he was able to make a fire by igniting  ________________.

Explanation

Brian tried lighting many items but was unsuccessful until he tried igniting birch bark peelings. These peelings are known to be highly flammable and are commonly used as tinder to start fires. The dry and flaky nature of the bark makes it easy to ignite, providing a good source of fuel to start a fire.

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14. Which statement about Hatchet contains a cause-effect relationship?

Explanation

The statement "The turtle laid eggs in the sand. Brian now has food." contains a cause-effect relationship because it shows that the action of the turtle laying eggs in the sand directly leads to Brian having food.

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15. Building the fire took Brian __________.

Explanation

Brian took a large part of the day to get started trying different kinds of kindling to build the fire. This suggests that he spent a significant amount of time experimenting with different materials to ignite the fire.

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16. From which point of view is Hatchet written?

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The correct answer is second - The narrator tells the story using the pronoun "you". This means that the story is written from a second-person point of view, where the narrator directly addresses the reader as "you". This creates a sense of immersion and makes the reader feel as if they are experiencing the events of the story themselves.

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The best thing about having the night visitor was Brian...
Brian was lucky a sound woke him because _____________.
A good title for Chapter 9 could be ______________.
The turtle eggs looked _____________.
Watching Uncle Carter eat ____________ made Brian feel queasy.
Which of the following was NOT a reason Brian wanted a fire?
_____________ was making the noise that awakened Brian.
Brian ate ______________.
Brian discovered that he also needed ___________ to get the fire...
Brian called himself ____________.
How did Brian know the animal that came up in the sand was a turtle?
A good title for Chapter 10 could be ______________.
Brian tried lighting many items. Finally he was able to make a fire by...
Which statement about Hatchet contains a cause-effect relationship?
Building the fire took Brian __________.
From which point of view is Hatchet written?
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