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What did Brian initially think about the hatchet?
He thought it was silly and he wasn't very thankful.
What was the first thing Brian ate after he crashed?
Berries/ "choke cherries"
What did Brian use to keep away insects?
Why were "foolbirds" given their name?
He thinks they are easy to catch and "dumb"
What did Brian's English teacher tell him?
To stay positive and motivated.
Why is Hatchet the title of the book?
The book is named after the hatchet Brian used for survival.
What was the "first meat" Brian ate?
The foolbird
What happened when Brian saw the first plane that passed him?
He became defeated and lost hope.
What was Brian's solution to store fish?
What did Brian need to learn about aiming when catching fish?
To aim below the fish
Who gives Brian the hatchet?
Why was "first arrow day" so important?
This was the first thing he accomplished on his own?
How many days was Brian lost in the wilderness.
54 days
What happened during Brian's encounter with the porcupine?
It shoots quills into his leg.
Name 3 items found in the survival pack.
sleeping bag
sleeping pad
cookset
matches
lighter
compass
first-aid kit
fishing kit
hat
What three things does Brian use to start a fire?
His hatchet, a rock, and his knowledge.
What did "First Arrow Day" lead to?
First Rabbit Day
What was Brian's big secret?
He saw his mother cheating on his father.
What animal attacked Brian and hurt his ribs?
A moose.
Name 1 item in the survival pack that gave Brian a strange feeling. Why?
Brian thought the rifle separated him from the wilderness.
What happened to Brian's hatchet when he was investigating the plane?
It falls to the bottom of the lake.
What was "First Rabbit Day"
Brian killed his first rabbit.
What was the first thing Brian said to the pilot who rescued him?
He introduced himself and asked if he wanted something to eat.
Why did the skunk enter Brian's shelter?
To steal his food.
What injury does Brian suffer after the moose attack?
hurt ribs