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ITW chap 8,16 and 17

ITW chap 8,16 and 17

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English

12th Grade

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Valerie Perry

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is one reason Jon Krakauer discusses other adventurers like Gene Rosellini and Everett Ruess in Chapter 8?

Back

To compare their experiences to McCandless's journey

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does Krakauer describe Gene Rosellini's ultimate fate?

Back

He took his own life after deciding his experiment failed

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a key takeaway Krakauer presents about the adventurers discussed in Chapter 8?

Back

They shared a deep dissatisfaction with modern life

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What notable event occurs on April 28, 1992?

Back

He meets Jim Gallien, who gives him a ride to the Stampede Trail

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does Jim Gallien react to McCandless's preparedness for the Alaskan wilderness?

Back

He is skeptical and concerned about Chris's lack of equipment

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In Chapter 17, what does Krakauer discover when he visits the bus where McCandless stayed?

Back

Chris’s belongings, including his journal and photographs

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does Krakauer believe McCandless's death was not a result of simple recklessness?

Back

Krakauer argues that fate played the biggest role.

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