The Red Badge of Courage

Why is it significant that Henry asks Wilson wher he's going to sleep and what he's going to sleep in?

A. Henry doesn't trust Wilson.

B. Finally, Henry seems concerned about someone other than himself.

C. Henry was just making idle conversation.

D. Henry wants to make sure Wilson doesn't use his (Henry's) sleeping bag.

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Basically because Wilson has given Henry all his own sleeping supplies. It signifies the sacrifice that his friend is making for him. Henry is thought to have received his wounds in battle. Still Henry is exhausted and goes to sleep.

"B"