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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. With what animal does Brian reach an unspoken agreement?

2. What is Brian's reward for all the hard work?

3. How long has it been since the plane crashed?

4. What image scares Brian the most?

5. What did the animal leave behind?

Short Essay Questions

1. Examine the reason the fish spear did not work.

2. How did the approach of the plane change Brian's attitudes?

3. Explain the fascination of the creatures in the water.

4. How does Brian's previous exposure to nature shows help him?

5. What did the storm and wreckage of the campsite teach Brian?

6. Explain why Brian referred to the birds as foolbirds.

7. What was the biggest danger of going back into the plane?

8. What is proven by Brian's refusal to give up?

9. Examine Brian's sense of pride.

10. Why was Brian determined to get back into the plane?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

After Brian returned home, he was approached by reporters and others who wanted to turn his story into a book or movie. Brian was interested in the initial footage but was not concerned at all when the book deal fell through. Why was the publicity unimportant to Brian? What things were more important than receiving money or fame? How would you feel in this situation?

Essay Topic 2

In the beginning of the story, Brian's relationship with his mother was strained. After Brian returned home, the relationship seemed to smooth out. What made Brian realize that his mother had to have her own life? At what point does Brian stop being so angry with his mother? Do you think Brian will ever accept his mother's boyfriend?

Essay Topic 3

Do you think that the gift of the hatchet was a peace offering to Brian, a simple gift, or mother's intuition? Examine the possibilities.

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