Hatchet, written by award winning young adult author Gary Paulson, is an intriguing adventure story. read more
Hatchet, written by award winning young adult author Gary Paulson, is an intriguing adventure story. The main external conflict is Hatchet against the environment; he must survive after the plane taking him to his father crashes in the wilderness. read more
Conflicts in Hatchet by Gary Paulsen by Melissa Paulson Brian vs. Pilot When the pilot has a heart attack, Brian has to figure out how to fly and land the plane. Person vs. Person Brian vs. Tornado During the night Brian hears an odd noise. He soon realizes it's a tornado and has to hang out for dear life. read more
Internally, Hatchet faces an even greater conflict. He is alone physically but also feels alone psychologically because of his parents' recent divorce. Alone in the wilderness as he tries to survive physically, he deals with conflicting feelings and guilt toward his mother and father regarding the divorce. read more