I believe the genre is Action and Adventure
The sub genre is Westerns
Answer:
I think the best answer would be he died of an unknown illness because Mr. Summers is referring to a man that is Watson. Normally people refer "head" of the family as the man. And since his mother is assumed she's alone, she has a man to do the work. I don't think I explained this properly but I hope it helps! :)
When needing advice about something. Like if someone watched their mom get hit by a friend. The one that watched their mom get hit should be able to talk to a friend about what to do next.
To be able to communicate properly with others.