You explained your self to much your not letting the reader have there own opinion on your Essay.
I think the answer is Paradox because it says he was both before and after me
Answer:
what is the story's setting?
Who are the story's main characters?
When does the story take place?
Explanation:
These are important questions to ask your self while reading to better understand the text. The question how long is the story won't help you answer any questions based on the content of the text.
I think the central idea could be that the towns are politics
evidence: the reluctance of people to reject outdated traditions,rules,laws,and practices