If I were on a desert island and could bring only (2) items with me what would they be and why.

1) A heavy nylon tent and 2) a hand ax.  The tent I would use for shelter from the elements (nylon is also good at collecting condensation to be used for drinking water) and the ax to be used as a weapon and create other tools. 

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