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What did Chris McCandless discover upon returning to his Datsun after hiking in the desert?
What did Chris McCandless discover upon returning to his Datsun after hiking in the desert?
- The car wouldn't start due to a broken ignition switch (correct)
- The car was fine but he had lost the car keys
- The car was stolen by unknown individuals
- The car had a flat tire and was immovable
Which of the following is NOT true about the author's description of Chris McCandless's journey?
Which of the following is NOT true about the author's description of Chris McCandless's journey?
- He always had a clear plan of his next destination (correct)
- He preferred to rely on his resourcefulness to survive
- He traveled with very little money and often went hungry
- He avoided forming any relationships during his travels
What was Chris McCandless's view on material possessions based on the text?
What was Chris McCandless's view on material possessions based on the text?
- He had no opinion on material possessions
- He actively sought out material possessions during his travels
- He valued material possessions as they provided security
- He rejected material possessions and believed in living a minimalist lifestyle (correct)
Study Notes
Chris McCandless's Journey
- Upon returning to his Datsun after hiking in the desert, Chris McCandless discovered that it had been damaged by flash floods, leaving it stuck in the mud.
- The author's description of Chris McCandless's journey does NOT portray him as a experienced outdoorsman.
- Chris McCandless harbored a strong disdain for material possessions, viewing them as a hindrance to individual freedom and a means of shackling oneself to societal norms.
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Test your knowledge of chapters 7 through 12 of 'Into the Wild' by John Krakauer with this 10-question multiple choice quiz. Explore Chris McCandless's experiences, discoveries, and perspectives as he embarks on his journey into the Alaskan wilderness.
