Hatchet 1-6

Who is the main character in 'Hatchet'?

The main character is Brian Robeson.

What event leads to Brian being in the wilderness?

Brian is stranded in the wilderness after the pilot of the plane he is on has a heart attack.

What does Brian have to find to survive?

Brian needs to find shelter, food, and water to survive.

What are Brian's initial feelings when he realizes he is alone?

Brian feels panic and fear when he realizes he is alone in the wilderness.

What is the significance of the 'Hatchet'?

The hatchet symbolizes survival and a connection to Brian's father.

What does Brian discover about nature during his experience?

Brian learns to observe and adapt to nature's patterns for his survival.

How does Brian's attitude change from the beginning to chapter 6?

Brian becomes more resourceful and determined as he experiences the wilderness.

What food sources does Brian initially find?

Brian finds berries and learns to forage for edible plants.

What internal conflict does Brian face?

Brian struggles with feelings of guilt over his parents' divorce.

What does Brian do to improve his shelter?

Brian works on building a more secure and comfortable shelter using natural materials.

What item does Brian carry with him on the plane?

Brian carries a hatchet given to him by his mother.

Whom does Brian blame for his parents' divorce?

Brian blames his father for the divorce.

What natural feature does Brian see from the plane before the crash?

Brian sees the vast wilderness and the lakes below.

What does Brian see that causes panic during the flight?

He sees the pilot clutch his chest and suffer a heart attack.

How does Brian manage to land the plane?

Brian uses the knowledge he has from a brief flight lesson to glide it into a lake.

What is Brian's first priority after the crash?

Brian's first priority is to find a place to swim to shore.

What challenges does Brian face while swimming to shore?

Brian struggles with exhaustion and fear of the unknown below the surface.

What does Brian experience when he finally reaches the shore?

Brian is overwhelmed by relief and gratitude for being alive.

What does Brian need to find to protect himself from the elements?

Brian needs to find shelter to protect himself from rain and wildlife.

What does Brian first attempt to create as a shelter?

He tries to build a shelter using fallen branches and leaves.

How does Brian feel after he realizes he is alone in the wilderness?

He feels despair and loneliness but also a burning will to survive.

What is one of Brian's major fears during his early days in the wilderness?

He fears that animals will attack him.

What does Brian do when it starts to rain?

Brian works to improve his shelter to keep himself dry.

How does Brian attempt to find food?

He forages for berries and edible plants.

What does Brian learn about the berries he eats?

Brian learns to identify which berries are safe to eat and which are not.

What is Brian's emotional response to his survival situation?

Brian feels a mix of fear, determination, and little moments of hope.

What does Brian realize about his hatchet?

Brian realizes that the hatchet is a vital tool for his survival.

What physical challenge does Brian face after the crash?

Brian faces hunger and fatigue as he adjusts to his new environment.

What discovery does Brian make about fire?

Brian understands that fire will be crucial for cooking and warmth.

How does Brian's understanding of the natural world change?

Brian begins to see nature as something to respect and learn from.

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