ITW CH 7-9

Front

What motivates Chris McCandless to venture into the Alaskan wilderness?

Back

A quest for self-discovery and adventure

Front

Which theme is prominently explored in chapters 7-9 of "Into the Wild"?

Back

The search for identity and meaning

Front

What symbol is used in the book to represent Chris's journey and isolation? Options: The bus, The river, The mountain, The forest

Back

The bus

Front

Summarize the key event that occurs when Chris meets Jim Gallien.

Back

Jim warns Chris about the dangers of the wilderness.

Front

How does Jon Krakauer's perspective on Chris McCandless differ from that of Chris's family?

Back

Krakauer sees Chris as a visionary, while his family views him as misguided.

Front

What is the author's purpose in including letters and journal entries in the narrative?

Back

To offer a firsthand account of Chris's thoughts and experiences

Front

Evaluate the narrative structure of chapters 7-9. How does Krakauer organize the events?

Back

Through flashbacks and interviews with people who knew Chris

Front

What motivates Ron Franz to form a close bond with Chris McCandless?

Back

A longing for companionship after personal loss

Front

Identify a recurring theme in Chris's interactions with the people he meets on his journey.

Back

The impact of kindness and generosity

Front

How does the author use the setting to enhance the themes in chapters 7-9?

Back

By depicting the wilderness as a place of danger and isolation