Hatchet Quiz Chapters 9 & 10
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The best thing about having the night visitor was Brian _______________.
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Knew he could have soup
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Now had food
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Remembered how to make a hammock
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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 a fire and the importance of being alert to environmental cues.
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Brian was lucky a sound woke him because _____________.
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His fire was about to go out
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He was about to get wet from the rain
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A deer was getting into his raspberries
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His jacket was blowing away
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A. His fire was about to go outExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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A good title for Chapter 9 could be ______________.
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The Airplane
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The Huge Bird
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The Wonders of Fire
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The Wolf in the Forest
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A. The Wonders of FireExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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The turtle eggs looked _____________.
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White and round like ping pong balls
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Blue and oval like robin eggs
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Brown and oval like chicken eggs
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Green and spotted like moldy cheese
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A. White and round like ping pong ballsExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Watching Uncle Carter eat ____________ made Brian feel queasy.
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Worms dipped in ketchup
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Live grasshoppers
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Chocolate covered ants
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A raw egg with his milk
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A. A raw egg with his milkExplanation
Watching Uncle Carter eat a raw egg with his milk made Brian feel queasy.Rate this question:
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Which of the following was NOT a reason Brian wanted a fire?
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The fire would keep away animals like the porcupine.
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The smoke from the fire kept the mosquitoes away.
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Brian could heat his raspberries on the fire.
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Brian could build a signal fire.
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A. Brian could heat his raspberries on the 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.Rate this question:
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_____________ was making the noise that awakened Brian.
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A turtle
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A bear
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A moose
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An airplane flying overhead
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A. A turtleExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Brian ate ______________.
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Half the eggs
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All seventeen eggs
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Only one egg
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Six eggs and saved the rest
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A. Six eggs and saved the restExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Brian discovered that he also needed ___________ to get the fire going.
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Oil
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Air
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Pinecones
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Grass
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A. AirExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Brian called himself ____________.
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A genius
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A pioneer
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An adventurer
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A city boy
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A. A city boyExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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How did Brian know the animal that came up in the sand was a turtle?
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Brian had seen a television show about sea turtles.
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Brian had read a book in science class about sea turtles.
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Brian had seen sea turtles when he visited the aquarium.
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Brian had seen sea turtles on a vacation to the coast.
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A. Brian had seen a television show about sea turtles.Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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A good title for Chapter 10 could be ______________.
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A Wonderful Meal
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Magic
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A Sleepless Night
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Turtle Eggs
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A. Turtle EggsExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Brian tried lighting many items. Finally he was able to make a fire by igniting ________________.
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Grass and twigs
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The twenty dollar bill in his pocket
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Birch bark peelings
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Dry leaves
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A. Birch bark peelingsExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Which statement about Hatchet contains a cause-effect relationship?
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Brian's throat tried to throw the egg back up. His whole body seemed to convulse with it.
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Uncle Carter was Brian's father's brother. He put an egg in a glass of milk and drank it in the morning.
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A water animal came up to the sand. The animal was a turtle.
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The turtle laid eggs in the sand. Brian now has food.
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A. The turtle laid eggs in the sand. Brian now has food.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.Rate this question:
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Building the fire took Brian __________.
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Only a few minutes to build after he learned the hatchet made sparks on the flint stone
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Several days of hard work to build
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A large part of the day to get started trying different kinds of kindling
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A few hours using only grass and twigs as kindling
Correct Answer
A. A large part of the day to get started trying different kinds of kindlingExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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From which point of view is Hatchet written?
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First - The writer uses pronouns such as "I" or "me" or "my".
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Second - The narrator tells the story using the pronoun "you".
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Third - The story is told using pronouns such as "he", "she", or "it".
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A. Second - The narrator tells the story using the pronoun "you".Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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