<span>The setting of this excerpt is a dense, secluded forest through which no travelers seem to want to venture. The strange, large figure in the road makes the protagonist paranoid and afraid, which further builds the tension and fear in the story from the previous excerpt.</span>
Answer:
"the strongbox is still safely hidden beneath a hollow stair. They’re alive, and the house is still standing. "
"when Mattie hangs Grandfather’s sword, there’s a sense that his role as protector of the house is being transferred to her."
The answer to the question is *<span>Jenson’s viewpoint* i took a test with this exact question and the answer was A</span>
Answer: look I think it is b
Explanation: because he likes Anne and after Matthew died Anne wanted to be near marilla so he left the job and gave it to Anne . Hope it is correct . Please give brainliest. Thanks will answer the other questions