Into the Alaskan Wilderness: Alex's Journey

<p>To start a new life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It had a 'For Rent' sign taped to the window (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He instructed the post office to hold them (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He viewed it as stifling and constrictive (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He desired complete separation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>At the beginning of August (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It presents a vast and austere environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The desert sky (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bear-paw poppy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unobstructed view (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gypsum soil (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To determine their population status (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To find therapeutic and spiritual values (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their angularity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Late spring (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unobstructed visibility (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pilgrimages and retreats (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grain elevator employee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was one of the hardest workers he'd seen. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He thought too deeply about life. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Complete every job he started (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He set high standards for himself. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He couldn't move on without answers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through a tax form (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There seemed to be issues between him and his family. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Doing office work (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He used a lot of big words. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A flash flood from heavy rain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He drained the battery in impatience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Walk out to notify the authorities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His driving violations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It expired two years prior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A sudden flash flood (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was still in place but wet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He drained the car battery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was afraid of fines for his vehicle issues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His car registration was valid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A two-story Victorian (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cooking for one another (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Professional writer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Selling illegal satellite-television boxes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Its unassuming and steady nature (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leave town and resume his nomadic lifestyle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Its pool of jetsam beyond the main current (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He expressed remorse and accepted a plea deal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were loose and convivial (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A familial bond (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He thought they were irrelevant to his life. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He expressed certainty that no one knew. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alex appeared overly excited and determined. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A rough, unmaintained track marked by challenges. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was concerned about getting stuck in the snow. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His watch, comb, and loose change. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He found them completely ineffective. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was washed out and overgrown. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He confidently believed he could deal with any situation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ten miles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alex decided to go hunting despite warnings and without a license, emphasizing his independence and defiance of authority.

Alex hadn't spoken to his family in two years, highlighting his isolation and resolve to pursue his hunt.

The road conditions deteriorated significantly, quickly becoming unnavigable due to snow, making travel challenging.

Gallien stopped his vehicle on a crest due to the worsening road conditions and concerns about getting stuck further.

Alex gave Gallien his watch, comb, and a small amount of money (85 cents) as a final act before continuing the journey.

Alex was described as "gung-ho" and "excited" about his hunt, demonstrating his unwavering resolve.

The road that Alex and Gallien were attempting to use was impossible to traverse.

Alex openly mocked the law, demonstrating his independence and disregard for regulations.

Gallien was worried and hesitant about taking Alex further down the difficult trail.

Alex had severed ties with his family, highlighting his isolation and desire for independence.

McCandless was a hard worker who completed tasks diligently and ethically.

Westerberg hired McCandless for a job at the grain elevator.

Westerberg observed McCandless's tendency to delve deeply into the reasons for human behavior, leading to difficulty finishing tasks.

McCandless adhered to a high standard of ethics and morality in his work.

Westerberg viewed McCandless as intelligent, diligent, and ethical but suggested excessive thinking might create problems.

McCandless's real name was Chris, not Alex.

McCandless's actions suggested a strained relationship with his family, but Westerberg didn't directly pry.

Westerberg observed McCandless using complex vocabulary.

McCandless set himself to a high standard of behaviour.

Westerberg provided employment and lodging to McCandless.

McCandless, a young man, found a new home and family among Westerberg's employees in Carthage.

A multi-skilled individual; farmer, welder, businessman, mechanic, pilot, programmer, troubleshooter - a Renaissance man of the plains.

Westerberg was involved in an illegal scheme to sell black boxes that allowed others to watch encrypted cable programs.

Westerberg served a four-month sentence for his illegal activities, delaying the completion of his employment.

With his employer in prison, McCandless left Carthage early.

A quiet, local backwater community.

McCandless lived in a supportive community with shared activities; cooking, drinking, and dating.

McCandless developed a lasting connection with the town of Carthage, particularly Westerburg.

McCandless found a substitute family among Westernberg's workers.

McCandless's lifestyle transitioned from living within a community, to a nomadic one.

Chris McCandless, seeking a drastic change, leaves his old life behind and adopts a new name, "Alexander Supertramp," symbolic of his quest for self-discovery.

Chris aimed to escape the constricting world of materialism and social expectations by embracing an unfiltered journey.

Chris perceived graduation as a meaningless obligation, seeing it as a symbol of conformity and societal pressures.

The desert is described as a harsh and revealing environment, stripped of distractions and societal norms.

The desert's starkness exposes the mind to raw experiences, forcing self-reflection and a deeper understanding.

The harshness of the desert environment challenges the mind and body, forcing individuals to confront their limitations and vulnerabilities.

The desert represents a state of freedom from societal constraints, allowing for a journey of self-discovery.

Chris fled the comfortable world of his parents, driven by a desire for authentic experience and personal independence.

Chris perceived his old life as a stifling environment of conformity, materialism, and abstract values.

The desert's unique qualities offer a chance for introspection and a deeper connection with oneself and the environment.

The desert sky is vast and encompassing, unlike other habitats where the sky is often broken or obscured. Its vastness and lack of obstruction create a sense of overwhelming grandeur.

The stark angular shapes of desert landforms give a sense of grandeur and monumentality to both the land and the clouds above.

Prophets, hermits, pilgrims, and exiles seek solace in the desert. They find therapeutic and spiritual values in solitude, seeking a deeper connection with reality.

This rare wildflower, found only in a specific corner of the Mojave Desert, signifies the unique and fragile nature of desert ecosystems.

The bear-paw poppy is classified as an endangered species, highlighting the importance of protecting unique and vulnerable plant life, especially within harsh environments.

A specialized type of soil found in the Mojave Desert that provides a unique habitat for the bear-paw poppy.

The rangers conducted a survey to assess the population of the bear-paw poppy, highlighting the scientific importance of understanding the distribution of rare and endangered species.

A specific location within the Mojave Desert where the endangered bear-paw poppy grows, demonstrating the importance of understanding unique habitats within the environment.

The unique characteristic of the soil where the bear-paw poppy thrives, emphasizing the importance of specific geological factors in supporting rare plant life.

Due to a flash flood, the Datsun got soaked, rendering it unusable. Heavy rain, originating from a wall of cumulonimbus clouds, caused a rapid rise in the water level of the Detrital Valley, overwhelming McCandless's camp site.

The Datsun's engine was submerged in the floodwater, causing damage and preventing it from starting.

Stranded in the Detrital Valley with a flooded car and a dead battery, McCandless had no way to get back to civilization.

The rangers questioned McCandless's safety, the validity of his vehicle registration, and the legitimacy of his driver's license. They were suspicious of his actions and wanted to ensure his responsibility.

McCandless was aware that his actions were illegal and that he had been breaking several regulations. He feared the consequences of his actions and the authorities' reaction.

McCandless claimed to answer to a different, higher authority. He was driven by his personal philosophy and beliefs, prioritizing his own ideals over conventional social rules.

The cumulonimbus clouds symbolized nature's powerful forces and the unpredictability of the wilderness. They played a significant role in shaping McCandless's fate.

While his determination to live independently and explore nature was admirable, it also led him to disregard essential safety measures and legal regulations, ultimately putting himself in a dangerous situation.

The flash flood represents a turning point in the narrative. It serves as a catalyst for McCandless's predicament and highlights the unpredictable nature of his journey.

The flood resulted in immediate challenges, including a damaged car, a dead battery, and a need to find alternative routes. These challenges impacted McCandless's plans and forced him to adapt.