English Language Arts6-8
Hatchet Chapters 7 and 8 Comprehension Questions
By Jeannie P.
A printable reading comprehension packet of at least 20 multiple-choice and short constructed-response questions on Chapters 7 and 8 of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet, with varying difficulty and an answer key. It suits 6th graders and builds recall, inference, and written-response skills as they follow Brian's struggles in the wilderness.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use after students finish Chapters 7 and 8 as a 30-45 minute independent check-in or a homework reading check, then review answers together as a class.
- Discussion question: Why does Brian's decision to eat the unknown berries matter for the rest of his survival story?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Pair them with a partner for the first few questions, and have them reread the specific paragraph each question references before answering.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to compare Brian's reactions to the bear and the porcupine and explain what each reveals about his growth as a survivor.
- Estimated time: About 35 minutes for the full set, including the short constructed-response answers.
English Language Arts6-8
Hatchet Chapters 7 and 8 Comprehension Questions
By Jeannie P.
A printable reading comprehension packet of at least 20 multiple-choice and short constructed-response questions on Chapters 7 and 8 of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet, with varying difficulty and an answer key. It suits 6th graders and builds recall, inference, and written-response skills as they follow Brian's struggles in the wilderness.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use after students finish Chapters 7 and 8 as a 30-45 minute independent check-in or a homework reading check, then review answers together as a class.
- Discussion question: Why does Brian's decision to eat the unknown berries matter for the rest of his survival story?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Pair them with a partner for the first few questions, and have them reread the specific paragraph each question references before answering.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to compare Brian's reactions to the bear and the porcupine and explain what each reveals about his growth as a survivor.
- Estimated time: About 35 minutes for the full set, including the short constructed-response answers.