What was Gallien's assessment of McCandless?

• A. He believed Chris had ample supplies and would be fine.
• B. He saw that Chris did not have enough supplies for several months.
• C. He thought Chris planned to return within a week.
• D. He thought Chris should have brought a guide and extra gear.

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is understanding how an experienced outdoorsman judges someone's readiness for a long, harsh wilderness expedition. Gallien immediately recognizes that Chris McCandless is underprepared for months in the Alaska backcountry. He notes McCandless has only a very small amount of food and minimal gear, not nearly enough to sustain him through a lengthy, demanding trek. Based on his practical experience, Gallien concludes that McCandless wouldn’t survive long without more provisions and proper equipment, which is why he urges him to turn back or at least rethink the plan. This explains why the correct answer is that McCandless did not have enough supplies for several months. The other possibilities don’t fit because Gallien’s reaction was shaped by safety concerns and realistic gear needs, not optimism about ample supplies, a short trip, or merely needing a guide or some extra gear.