Into the Wild #4

I never expected Chris McCandless to get a job at McDonald's. There are many possiblities to why Chris wanted that job. One reason I  assume he wanted that particular job at McDonald's was to remind him of why he chose to go to Alaska. He did not want to live the normal or expected life anymore; I believe that is why he chose somewhere where he would be positive that he wanted a life in the wilderness. I grasp that Chris was triggered by the life of simplicity without society. Chris's colleages described him as a good worker, however, he prefered to go his own pace. They also saw him as a stinky homeless man, whom they pittied. I do not think Chris cared whether the people were there or not. My reaction to him would have been to listen to his thoughts, and try to understand them from his point of view.

Chris was admired by Jan and Bob Burres. It was stated that Jan often did not like guests, however, hit it off from the start. They got along so well with Chris because they found him civilized and interesting. He got along with them so well because they did not force their opinions on him, instead they listened to what he had to say.

I believe Ronald Franz was one of the most affected by Chris's death than anyone because he had become attached to the boy. He was lonely and enjoyed his company. He would have loved more than anything for Chris to have been his grandson.