What double-word expressions does Paulsen use with hypens that are very descriptive? (These words typically aren't used together)
"hot-hate," "all-over pain," and "stagger-tripped."
While alone in the forest, Brian learns he must have 4 important qualities. What are they?
He must be patient, observant, and astute; he must learn from his mistakes and use his knowledge to improve his situation.
What frightens Brian when he finds the patch of rasberries?
A bear.
What is the biggest difference about being in the forest in comparison to the city that Brian first notices
The silence.
What type of conflict does Brian experience after the pilot dies?
Man vs Technology
What were Terry and Brian's father trying to tell him in his dream? What happens in the morning that helps Brian immensely?
They were trying to tell him how to make a fire. The sun shining on the hatchet like fire makes him realize he can use it to start a fire.
Why does Brian think he won't be found anytime soon?
He had bumped the wheel when reaching over for the pilot's headset and rerouted the plane.
What 'Secret' is Brian keeping from his father?
He saw his mom in a car kissing another man while riding his bike with his friend.
What is the first food that Brian finds?
Berries.
What does Brian decide he will do when he sees his father?
He will tell him the secret.
What words does Gary Paulsen use to let th e reader know what Brian is thinking during the flight?
Paulsen writes of Brian's thoughts: "The words. Always the words. Divorce. The Secret. Fights. Split."
What valuable resource does the Pilot tell Brian is on the plane?
A survival pack.
What hints does Gary Paulsen give the reader to let him/her know that somehting is wrong with the pilot?
Pain in his shoulder and arms, and uncontrolable body gas
What is an example of 'Man vs Self' in the novel so far?
Brian feeling conflicted about keeping a secret from his fater and mother.
What valuable lesson does Brian learn from the porcupine attack?
crying and self-pity accomplish nothing
What game did Brian used to play with Terry at the park?
Being lost in the woods.
What message did Brian's old English teacher used to emphasize to his students?
The importance of a positive attitude, and that you are your best resource.
What harsh truth does Brian understand in chapter 4?
the Rules of the civilized world often lose their relevance when applied to the natural world
The pilot offering Brian a chance to fly the plane is an example of what literary term?
Foreshadowing.
What does the pilot say to Brian about flying? (exmaple of foreshadowing)
"All of flying is easy. Just takes learning. Like everything else. Like everything else."
What valuable lesson did Brian learn from his interaction with the bear?
That he comprises a mere part of the whole of the natural world.
What two things does Brian set to do at the end of chapter 5?
Make shelter and find food.