Survival Skills
In order to stay hydrated, what does Ashley rely on in the wilderness?
Drinking from a stream
Who is the protagonist of the novel?
Ashley Hawkins
What major event causes Ashley to get lost?
Running away from the campsite after discovering Duke’s betrayal
Where does the majority of the book take place?
Great Smoky Mountains
This theme is central to the novel, showing Ashley’s determination to stay alive.
It is survival
Ashley sustains a serious injury to which part of her body?
Her foot
What is Ashley’s boyfriend’s name?
What unexpected obstacle makes Ashley’s survival even harder?
Her infected foot injury
What season is it when Ashley gets lost?
Summer
What theme is explored through Ashley’s realization that she can only rely on herself?
Self-reliance
What method does Ashley use to stop the infection from spreading?
Cauterizing the wound
Which character betrays Ashley at the start of the novel?
Duke
How does Ashley finally escape the wilderness?
Stumbling upon an old, abandoned cabin?
What natural disaster adds another layer of danger for Ashley?
Thunderstorm
Ashley often reflects on the mistakes she and others have made. What theme does this represent?
Regret and forgiveness
What does Ashley eat to survive when she runs out of food?
Bugs and raw fish
Who is Ashley’s best friend, whom she thinks about for survival motivation?
Davey Beet
What is the biggest emotional challenge Ashley faces in the wild?
Feeling abandoned and fighting loneliness
What type of terrain does Ashley struggle to navigate?
Dense forest and rocky hills
"The only thing that keeps me going is knowing that if I stop, I die." What does this quote reveal about Ashley?
Her resilience and willpower
How does Ashley protect herself from predators in the wild?
Using fire and making herself appear strong
What personal struggle does Ashley’s father face?
Alcoholism
What shocking realization does Ashley have about herself by the end of the novel?
She is stronger and more independent than she ever believed
What animal does Ashley have a terrifying encounter with?
The bear
The novel explores the contrast between human civilization and nature. What is this theme called?
Man vs. nature