Thursday, January 25th

• We'll begin with the Lesson Two Vocabulary Test. Remember that you may use your notes!
• Then we'll begin reading and discussing Ch. 6 of Into the Wild. 
• Finally, you'll have WORK TIME for the following:
• Finish reading Ch. 6 on your own. 
• Short Paper Response -- Write a 1 page typed paper (double-spaced, size 12, Times New Roman) in which you reflect on this question: Ideas such as economic inequality, authenticity, and romanticism influenced Christopher McCandless to such an extent that he donated all of his money, burned his important documents, and disappeared after graduating college. We know, of course, that his quest ultimately killed him. Can we blame the ideas for ending his life? Can ideas be dangerous? If so, should we avoid learning about them? Give as many relevant examples from your own life and experiences as you can to support your opinions.