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Into the Wild Chapter 18 Flashcards

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What was the last book McCandless read?

Doctor Zhivago

What does Krakauer say in his article killed McCandless?

Eating the poisonous sweet pea seed

What was known about the plant that poisoned him?

The potato was not poisonous. The pea family that the wild potato belongs in is known to produce alkaloids.

What's the significance of August 5th?

It was Chris's 100th day in the wild Signup and view all the answers

What is swainsonine?

A compound well known to ranchers and veterinarians as a killer of livestock. Signup and view all the answers

What does Chris's S.O.S note state?

He was hurt and alone, he was asking for help and would return in the evening when he was done picking berries. Signup and view all the answers

When did Chris probably die?

August 18th Signup and view all the answers

Who is the first to enter the bus?

Billie Signup and view all the answers

What does Walt install?

A memorial inside the door Signup and view all the answers

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McCandless's Final Days

Last book read by Chris McCandless was "Doctor Zhivago."
Krakauer attributes McCandless's death to consuming poisonous sweet pea seeds.

Plant Toxicology

The wild potato that poisoned McCandless is part of a pea family known for producing toxic Alkaloids, affecting humans severely.
Swainsonine is a harmful compound recognized by ranchers and veterinarians for its fatal effects on livestock.

Key Dates

August 5th marked Chris's 100th day living in the wild.
Estimated date of McCandless's death is August 18th.

S.O.S Note

McCandless left an S.O.S note indicating he was injured and in need of assistance, signing it as Chris McCandless, stating he would return later after berry picking.

Aftermath and Memorials

Billie was the first person to enter the bus where McCandless's remains were found.
Walt McCandless installed a memorial inside the bus door as a tribute to his son.

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Test your knowledge on Chapter 18 of 'Into the Wild' with these flashcards. Learn about McCandless's last read and the factors that contributed to his demise. Dive into the details and concepts that Krakauer highlights regarding the fatal plant.