What two true things come to Brian's mind after not being rescued by the plane?

He had changed, and he would live.

Explain how Brian's first bow nearly spells disaster for him.

When it broke, it nearly blinded him, and he needs to see.

Why is Brian not able to hit the fish with his arrows?

The fish aren't really where they appear because of light.

What does Brian learn about trying to kill a foolbird?

Look for shapes and outlines instead of full-colored bird.

How does Brian measure time?

Time came to be measured by important events.

From what does Brian make a ladder so he can safely store food?

He cut branches off a pine tree to form steps.

How does Brian react to the moose attack and then the tornado destroying everything?

He was tough and ready to accept any challenge.

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Hatchet- part 4 (ch. 13-16)

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Comprehension questions to use after reading chapters 13-16 of Hatchet.

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1
What animal attacks Brian at the lake and nearly kills him?
A bear
A foolbird
A moose
An alligator
2
What two true things come to Brian's mind after not being rescued by the plane?
Nature is challenging, and he isn't sure he can survive.
He had changed, and he would live.
He needs help, and he is scared.
He must find other people, and he has matured.
3
Explain how Brian's first bow nearly spells disaster for him.
It hit a bear, but did not kill it.
The arrows do not fly straight.
The string breaks and wounds his hand.
When it broke, it nearly blinded him, and he needs to see.
4
What does Brian decide his shelter should provide in addition to keeping out the wind and rain?
protection
a place to store food
a flat screen TV
fire
5
Why is Brian not able to hit the fish with his arrows?
The fish aren't really where they appear because of light.
There aren't any fish.
He breaks the bow
They are too fast.
6
What does Brian learn about trying to kill a foolbird?
They must be shot from a distance.
Look for shapes and outlines instead of full-colored bird.
They are too fast to be caught.
Sneak up silent and scare them with a burst of loud noise.
7
How does Brian measure time?
He watched the shadows on the trees.
Time came to be measured by important events.
He used a sundial.
He used his watch.
8
What does Brian learn is the most important thing that drives all creatures in the forest?
Shelter
Water
Love
Food
9
From what does Brian make a ladder so he can safely store food?
He collects rocks from the lake and makes steps.
He cut branches off a pine tree to form steps.
He used pieces of metal from the plane and attached them.
He bought a ladder from Home Depot.
10
How does Brian react to the moose attack and then the tornado destroying everything?
He gave up and walked home.
He was angry, bitter, and was full of despair.
He cried until he fell asleep.
He was tough and ready to accept any challenge.

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