Explanation: In "The Open Window" by Saki, the characteristics that best describe Framton are <u><em>jumpy and gullible</em></u>. While waiting for Mrs. Sappleton, Framton is told by her niece Vera that there has been a tragedy three years before and that Mrs. Sappleton's husband and two of her brothers went for hunting and never came back. When Mrs. Sappleton comes and explains that the window is open because she is waiting for her husband and her brothers, Framton begins to feel uneasy. She continues to talk about their next return, frightening Framton even more. When they eventually arrive Framton takes his things and leaves.
It just means that you have to choose one quote, write about a book you've read from that perspective and talk about how it applies to something else you've read. Use details from that book. When I have a question like this I usually just ask my teacher because they know best. Ask your teacher(email because they are always there to help).