Into the Wild (Ch. 8-9)

What is the main focus of Chapter 8 in "Into the Wild"?

• Chris McCandless's family history

• The author's personal climbing experience

• The stories of other adventurers

• The preparations Chris made for his Alaska trip

In Chapter 9, what does Krakauer speculate about McCandless's death?

• He died from a fall while climbing

• He starved to death

• He was attacked by wildlife

• He accidentally poisoned himself

Who is Carl McCunn, and what is his connection to Chris McCandless's story as discussed in Chapter 8?

• A friend who gave Chris a ride to Alaska

• A fellow adventurer who also died in the Alaskan wilderness

• A park ranger who warned Chris about the dangers of the wild

• A journalist who wrote about Chris's journey

What does Krakauer include in Chapter 8 to provide context to Chris's story?

• Interviews with Chris's family members

• A detailed map of Chris's travels

• Accounts of other individuals who went into the wild

• Excerpts from Chris's journal

In Chapter 9, Krakauer discusses the plant that may have led to McCandless's death. What is the name of this plant?

• Wild potato

• Eskimo potato

• Water hemlock

• Castor bean

What is the significance of the bus where McCandless stayed, as described in Chapter 9?

• It was a place where he documented his final thoughts

• It was where he stored all the food he gathered

• It was a shelter he found by accident

• It was a landmark for hunters in the area

Chapter 8 compares McCandless's journey to the adventures of which historical figure?

• John Muir

• Henry David Thoreau

• Everett Ruess

• Alexander Supertramp

What does Krakauer suggest about the allure of the wild for individuals like McCandless in Chapter 8?

• It is a way to prove oneself to society

• It is a form of escapism from personal issues

• It is a spiritual journey to find one's true self

• It is a misguided attempt at fame and recognition

In Chapter 9, what does Krakauer mention about the mistakes McCandless made in the wild?

• He overestimated his hunting abilities

• He did not have a map of the area

• He miscalculated the timing of the river's thaw

• All of the above

What theme is reinforced through the stories of other adventurers presented in Chapter 8?

• The unpredictability of nature

• The importance of experience and preparation

• The romanticism of the wilderness

• The inevitability of human error