Into the Wild Chapter 6-10 Review

What are the different perceptions of McCandless and his journey that Krakauer introduces in Chapter 8?

• Different perceptions of McCandless in Chapter 8 include him being seen as reckless and naive, yet also brave and adventurous.
• McCandless being depicted as materialistic and greedy
• McCandless being viewed as a skilled survivalist
• McCandless being portrayed as lazy and unambitious

In Chapter 6, McCandless spends time in Salton City, which is described as a run down place where no one really lives (just like Carthage). Yet, McCandless seems to be attracted to these kind of place— why do is drawn to these places?

• McCandless is seeking solitude and a break from societal norms, finding freedom and a chance to live on his own terms in run-down places like Salton City.
• McCandless is looking for luxury and comfort in run-down places like Salton City
• McCandless is trying to escape from nature and the wilderness by staying in places like Salton City
• McCandless is attracted to the high population density and bustling city life in places like Salton City

How is the audience supposed to feel towards Ronald Franz based on the way that Krakauer writes about his story?

• Empathy and admiration
• Pity and disgust
• Indifference and annoyance
• Confusion and frustration

Why was Franz so drawn to McCandless in the short amount of time they spent together?

• Franz was impressed by McCandless' extensive survival skills
• Franz admired McCandless' wealth and material possessions
• Franz was attracted to McCandless' reserved and introverted personality
• Franz was lonely and saw McCandless and someone who was also lonely and thought they could seek comfort and company in each other.

In Chapter 8, why would Krakauer pause telling McCandless’ story and do a narrative shift and focus on other people who ventured into the wilderness? 

• To showcase his writing skills
• To introduce irrelevant characters for confusion
• To fill up space in the book
• To provide context and comparison by highlighting common themes and motivations behind wilderness adventures.

What was one major difference between Christopher McCandless and Everett Ruess in their approach to their families?

• Christopher McCandless and Everett Ruess both had strained relationships with their families.
• Both Christopher McCandless and Everett Ruess distanced themselves from their families.
• Christopher McCandless distanced himself from his family, while Everett Ruess maintained communication with his family.
• Christopher McCandless maintained close ties with his family, while Everett Ruess distanced himself from his family.

What was Jon Krakauer's purpose in Chapter 8 of Into the Wild?

• His purpose was to show outsiders perspectives of McCandless and his actions. He wanted to show people who admired McCandless for his actions while also criticizing him as well. 

• To explore the impact of technology on society
• To analyze Chris McCandless' career choices
• To discuss the history of Alaska

Did McCandless intentionally make relationships with people on his journey?

• Yes
• No

Who had to break the news to McCandless' parents that his body was found in Alaska?

• National Park Service
• Chris McCandless' brother

• Alaskan Bush People
• Alaska State Troopers

What method of media was the news story of McCandless' death initially used?

• "Death of Innocent" article

• Into the Wild novel

• Self published stories from Westerberg and Gallien.

• The New York Times article