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How did Brian in hatchet build his shelter?
He and Terry agreed the best shelter was a lean-to, a triangular shelter made by leaning a wall of large sticks and brush against an existing upright surface. Brian decides a lean-to would be a good idea now. He searches and finds a solid ridge to build his lean-to on.
How does Brian create a shelter for himself?
Brian decides to try to make a lean-to (a kind of makeshift shelter constructed from sticks and twigs). Looking for a place to build it, he finds a small hollow on one side of the rocky ledge. Not quite a cave, but it will be stronger and dryer than a lean-to.
What happens when the hatchet hits the cave wall?
The hatchet hits the wall of his cave, creating a little shower of sparks in the darkness. Brian’s leg explodes in pain, “as if a hundred needles had been driven into it” (8.3).
Where was Brian’s shelter in hatchet?
“One rocky ledge at lake side makes a natural lookout tower and provides shelter. This ledge becomes Brian’s home, where a simple lean-to can protect him against most of the elements. Here he discovers and nurtures fire. Here he stows his slowly accumulating inventory of food, tools, and supplies.
How has Brian used his hatchet so far?
Make a list of the top 5 ways Brian has used his hatchet so far. What is number one on your list? Why did you rank it as the most important? he has used his hatchet in many different ways including. 1.throwing it at the wall to create sparks (which was not planned.) 3.gutting the cherries. 5.using the hatchet to make wood for the signal.
What does Brian do to make his shelter more comfortable?
Brian starts to think of it as home, and works to make it more comfortable and secure. Little by little he gets strong enough to build on it. Brian’s shelter is invaded by a porcupine, but generally makes him feel safe. He decides to add a fire, and after some trial and error manages to get one going.
What is the main idea of Hatchet by Gary Paulsen?
by: Gary Paulsen. The main character in Hatchet, Brian Robeson, is a thirteen-year-old boy from New York City. This novel primarily deals with themes of man and nature as well as of self-awareness and self-actualization, mainly through Brian’s experiences living alone in the wilderness.
What was Brian’s problem with building the raft?
The other problem Brian had, once he solved these two problems, was that the raft barely moved. It was dragging from its weight. Brian decided to be patient, and turn back and try again in the morning when he had more strength. Building the raft had taken a lot out of him.