Question

The first-person narration is meant to help readers understand that

Answer 1

Answer:

Mattie is unaware of the extent of the problem.

Explanation:

I hadn't heard about that. They were burying fever victims every day?

"How many have died, Mr. Carris?" I asked.

The first-person narration is meant to help readers understand that Mattie is unaware of the extent of the problem.