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Explanation:
There are lots of language conventions, or techniques, used in this short story. I've provided some examples below. I hope you find the examples helpful.
I was walking to the nearest phone booth to call the landlady, when I heard that kettle's horrific scream behind me.
In this first example, the author has used personification (giving human characteristics to an inanimate object) to describe the kettle as "screaming." Using personification like this is an effective way of conveying the narrator's feelings, as those feelings seem to be manifested in her perceptions of the environment around her. The demonstrative pronoun "that" in this particular quote also attributes a special significance to this kettle, implying that it has already been the cause of some upset. The kettle is personified throughout the story, often as "that evil kettle" or "the demonic kettle." In fact the repetition (another common language convention in literature) of the personification arguably.
Answer to the First Question: In order to feel welcome to an unfamiliar place, one must understand its culture - be familiar with the language or dialects, respect its traditions, and overall, have a sense of tranquility and confidence when staying at that place.
Answer to the Second Question: One can educate themselves about the culture of the place by reading books and articles related to the subject, but a quicker and more effective approach to feel welcome would be to socialize with the locals and learn from their stories.
Answer to the Third Question: A person call when they are not welcome if the locals frown at the sight of them. Not getting invited to local rituals or getting secluded from all conversations are also evident signs of disapproval.
Answer to the Fourth Question: Many close-minded people would judge others' tendencies based on rumors, gossips, or popular stereotypes taking the place to which the stranger belongs as a frame of reference. In some cases, people would show respect and welcome anyone regardless of their past history, due to their inculcated manners or social traditions.
