Survival Strategy Comparison

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 5, 6, and 7 to closely compare survival strategies used by characters in Robinson Crusoe and Hatchet. Through comparative reading, problem-and-solution analysis, character study, thematic exploration, and evidence-based reasoning, students examine how different personalities, resources, and circumstances shape decision-making in survival situations.

Skills Reinforced

• Comparing Character Approaches (Grades 5-7) – Analyze how two protagonists confront similar survival challenges using different methods.
• Problem and Solution Analysis – Identify the central survival problem and evaluate the strategies used to address it.
• Evaluating Effectiveness of Actions – Assess short-term success and long-term practicality of each character’s choices.
• Survival Themes & Character Traits – Connect actions to traits such as resourcefulness, adaptability, and priorities.

Instructional Support

• Educator-Created Content – Written by teachers with a focus on upper elementary and middle school ELA standards.
• Flexible Classroom Use – Ideal for literature circles, whole-class discussion, independent work, or homework.
• Critical Thinking Emphasis – Reflection questions prompt deeper evaluation of decisions and consequences.
• Structured & Accessible – Clear prompts guide students in using textual evidence effectively.
• Low-Prep Printable – Ready to use in both classroom and homeschool settings.

This survival-themed comparison worksheet helps students build strong skills in character analysis, problem-solving evaluation, and evidence-based interpretation. By examining how different characters respond to similar challenges, learners deepen their understanding of survival literature, decision-making, and theme development. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool environment, it supports thoughtful discussion and meaningful literary analysis.

This worksheet is part of our comparisons & connections in reading worksheets collection.