Into the Wild | Everything That Went Wrong for Chris McCandless

The video explores the complex story of Chris McCandless, whose death was initially attributed to starvation but later linked to poisoning from wild potato seeds. Research by Jon Krakauer and Ronald Hamilton revealed that McCandless likely consumed seeds containing a toxin that led to paralysis, contributing to his inability to survive in the Alaskan wilderness. Despite his tragic end, McCandless's story has inspired books, films, and documentaries, leaving a lasting impact on popular culture.

What was the initial cause of Chris McCandless's death according to Jon Krakauer?

• Hypothermia

• Starvation from poisonous potato seeds

• Animal attack

• Drowning

During which historical event were experiments conducted that helped understand the effects of ODAP?

• The Cold War

• The Vietnam War

• World War I

• World War II

What was a significant factor that made McCandless more susceptible to the effects of ODAP?

• The weather conditions

• The type of shelter he used

• The presence of wild animals

• His age and physical condition

What toxin was found in the wild potato seeds that Chris McCandless consumed?

• Arsenic

• Cyanide

• Strychnine

• ODAP

What condition did the toxin ODAP cause in Chris McCandless?

• Severe dehydration

• Respiratory failure

• Neurological breakdown leading to paralysis

• Cardiac arrest

What was the main reason Chris McCandless could not signal for help?

• He was afraid of attracting animals

• He did not want to be found

• He did not have a radio

• He was too far from any flight path

Which of the following was NOT a media adaptation inspired by Chris McCandless's story?

• A movie directed by Sean Penn

• A documentary by PBS

• A book of photographs and journal entries

• A Broadway musical