Yes, you are correct. The answer would be letter A. <span>We were quite tired, and there being a large brick house near by, we inquired there... This is because the first person includes the speaker in an excerpt or narration, which is best depicted by the word 'we'.</span>
Even though it could appear that Jamie is the one who tells the story, it is actually The narrator who tells it. Hope this works for you
Ivan does not say anything because he cannot speak.
After Rainsford comes to Zaroff's door, Ivan answers with a gun pointed at Rainsford. Rainsford tries to talk to Ivan, but he does not respond. When Zaroff comes to meet them he explains that even though Ivan is incredibly strong, he is "deaf and dumb" which means he is unable to hear or speak.
