Many students ask why McCandless stayed so long in a place he should have hated. Krakauer suggests that Chris was testing himself—seeing if he could live in civilization without being "corrupted" by it. Ultimately, the "socks and shoes" requirement at McDonald's was the breaking point that sent him back to the road.
If you are filling out a , here are the key locations and events covered in Chapter 5 to help you complete your assignment. 1. Bullhead City, Arizona Many students ask why McCandless stayed so long