Characters
What is the main character's name?
Brian Robeson
Why is Brian flying in a small plane?
To visit his dad after the divorce
What tool does Brian have with him?
A hatchet
What is a "cockpit"?
The front of the plane where the pilot sits
Who is Brian going to visit in Canada?
His father
What dose Brian use to try to fly the plane after the pilot gets sick?
The controls/steering wheel
What food does Brian find first?
Berries
What is a "hatchet"?
A small axe used for cutting
Who gives Brian the hatchet?
His mother
Where does the plane crash?
In a lake in the forest
What does Brian use to protect himself from animals at night?
He builds a shelter under a rock ledge
What does "impact" mean in the story?
The force of the plane hitting the water
What big secret is Brian keeping about his parents?
He saw his mom with another man
What is the first thing Brian does after the crash?
He gets out of the plane and swims to shore
What does Brian learn after getting sick from the berries?
He must be careful about what he eats
What is a "shelter"?
A safe place to stay and protect yourself
What happens to the pilot during the flight?
He has a heart attack
What problem does Brian face on his first night alone?
Mosquitos biting him
What does Brian use to drink water from the lake?
His hands (to scoop the water to drink)
What does "transmission" mean when Brian tries the radio?
Sending a message or signal on a radio