Into the Wild (Ch. 16-17)

What motivates Chris McCandless to venture into the Alaskan wilderness in Chapter 16?

• A desire to claim a large inheritance

• The thrill of hunting big game

• A quest for self-discovery and to live off the land

• Escaping from the law

In Chapter 16, what is the name of the river that McCandless intends to follow on his journey into the wild?

• The Colorado River

• The Stampede Trail

• The Teklanika River

• The Yukon River

What critical mistake does McCandless make regarding the map of the area in Chapter 16?

• He loses the map shortly after beginning his journey.

• He misreads the map and takes a wrong turn.

• He relies on an outdated map.

• He decides not to bring a map at all.

How does McCandless acquire the .22-caliber rifle that he takes on his Alaskan adventure?

• He finds it abandoned in a bus.

• He purchases it from a local hunter.

• It is a gift from his friend, Wayne Westerberg.

• He inherits it from his grandfather.

What does McCandless eat that leads to his decline in Chapter 17?

• Wild mushrooms

• Poisonous berries

• A toxic root

• Spoiled meat

What is the "Magic Bus" that is frequently mentioned in these chapters?

• A tour bus that travels through the Alaskan wilderness

• A nickname for the vehicle McCandless uses to reach Alaska

• An abandoned bus where McCandless sets up camp

• A metaphor for McCandless's journey into the wild

In Chapter 17, who discovers McCandless's body?

• A group of tourists

• His parents

• A team of hunters

• Local authorities

What does McCandless write in his SOS note?

• A request for food and water

• A farewell to his family

• A plea for help due to injury

• An apology for his recklessness

How does Krakauer portray McCandless's final days in Chapter 17?

• As a time of regret and longing for society

• As a peaceful and content acceptance of his fate

• As a desperate struggle for survival

• As a period of enlightenment and spiritual awakening

What is the significance of the book "Call of the Wild" found with McCandless's remains?

• It was his guide for survival techniques.

• It inspired his journey into the wild.

• It contains annotations that reveal his state of mind.

• It was a gift from his sister.