He meant that if they failed then everything that the world has worked so hard for, to advance and become "smarter" than we once were would all be for nothing. We would enter a new Dark Age. The Dark Ages were an extraordinarily difficult period in the story of humanity. It is estimated that 100 million people died at the hands of war, poverty, and plague. But during this time new ideas and ideals were born and much of the groundwork was laid for the world we know today.
Answer: At this point, he is curious and excited.
Explanation: While there is sadness (as he is coming from a time that was the worst in his life), he can't help but be a little excited at what is to come. This is new hope, new adventure, new life. While he has adapted quickly to his surroundings, he can't help but wonder what is yet to come.
The answer to ur question is D).
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