Hatchet Novel Study - Grade 6
A comprehensive worksheet for Grade 6 students studying the novel Hatchet by Gary Paulsen, focusing on reading comprehension, character analysis, and literary elements.
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Hatchet Novel Study
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to your copy of 'Hatchet' by Gary Paulsen as needed.
1. What is the 'secret' that Brian Robeson is struggling with at the beginning of the novel?
His parents are getting a divorce.
He saw his mother with another man.
He failed his last report card.
He is afraid of flying.
2. What is the first major challenge Brian faces after the plane crash?
Finding shelter.
Finding food and water.
Making a fire.
Dealing with wild animals.
3. Brian uses his to create sparks for his first fire.
4. The type of berries Brian first eats, which make him sick, are called .
5. Describe how Brian's perspective on nature changes from the beginning of his ordeal to later in the book. Provide at least two specific examples from the text.
6. Brian initially believes he will be rescued within a few days.
True
False
7. The hatchet was a gift from Brian's father.
True
False
8. Imagine you are Brian after he has been rescued. Write a journal entry describing the most challenging moment of your survival and what you learned from it. Include details about your feelings and the specific actions you took.
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