Before McCandless leaves Atlanta in early summer for the West, A. he shares his travel plans with his family and friends
B. he applies to law school, planning to begin school that fall
C. he makes sure his parents cannot contact him and leaves without telling them
D. he thoroughly prepares for his trip, mapping out exactly the places on his itinerary and how long he will stay there
E. he calls his sister and tells her she must keep his plans secret