Flashcard on Chris McCandless

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Which university did Chris McCandless graduate from in May of 1990?

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Emory University.

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What type of work did Chris McCandless do for Wayne Westerberg in South Dakota?

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He harvested grain.

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What did Chris McCandless's parents offer him after his college graduation that he found offensive?

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They offered to buy him a new car.

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What is the meaning of the term 'mirthless'?

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Lacking amusement or happiness.

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Which line best reveals the meaning of 'mirthless'?

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A laughter cold as the frost and partaking of infallibility.

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What was Chris McCandless's attitude towards material possessions?

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He rejected materialism and sought a life of simplicity.

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What was the significance of Chris's journey to Alaska?

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It represented his quest for self-discovery and adventure.

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How did Chris McCandless's family background influence his decisions?

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His family's wealth and expectations contributed to his desire for independence.

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What literary work is closely associated with Chris McCandless's story?

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Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer.

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What does Chris McCandless symbolize in American culture?

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He symbolizes the search for authenticity and the critique of modern society.