. What was John Krakauers message to the audience about Chris McCandless? Was it a warning sign or a call to action?

.Answer these questions from the book into the wild and two paragraphs per question.

1. The readings share a theme that adventure is at the core of the human spirit. We seek new experiences for personal growth and fulfillment. And yet, many do not take action to make the necessary changes in their life over fear of failure or disappointment. What pressures us not to try new things or make change?

2. Chris McCandless is heavily influenced by the novels of Leo Tolstoy and Jack London, authors who romanticized over nature and the atrocities found in society. How do the things we read and consume daily hinder our hopes to remain unbiased and open to differing opinions? How can we remedy these blind spots?

3. Chris McCandless was a recent graduate of Emory University before embarking on his quest. What lessons can we take away from his journey as college students? What emotions were evoked when reading this story?

4. What was John Krakauers message to the audience about Chris McCandless? Was it a warning sign or a call to action?