Chris McCandless and Carthage, SD

The transcript details the life of Chris McCandless, also known as Alex, focusing on his time in Carthage, South Dakota. It covers his interactions with Wayne Westerberg, his work ethic, and his background, including his education and family life. The narrative explores his desire for freedom and his decision to adopt a new identity as Alexander Supertramp, ultimately leading to his journey across the United States.

What is the population of Carthage, South Dakota, as mentioned in the text?

• 1000

• 1500

• 274

• 500

Which author did Chris McCandless admire for his views on movement and freedom?

• Leo Tolstoy

• Ernest Hemingway

• Mark Twain

• F. Scott Fitzgerald

What is the main occupation of the people in Carthage?

• Farming

• Fishing

• Mining

• Manufacturing

How did Wayne Westerberg first meet Chris McCandless?

• At a grocery store

• While hitchhiking

• Through a mutual friend

• At a bar

What was Chris McCandless's work ethic like according to Wayne Westerberg?

• Lazy

• Unreliable

• Indifferent

• Hardworking

What did Chris McCandless do with his college fund?

• Saved it

• Donated it to charity

• Invested it

• Spent it on travel

What was Chris's reaction to his parents' offer to buy him a new car?

• He was upset

• He was excited

• He was indifferent

• He was grateful