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How is the setting significant to the short story

Asked by Lucy H #777574 on 4/6/2018 2:23 PM

Last updated by Olivia S #777671 on 4/6/2018 9:26 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 4/6/2018 8:55 PM

The setting, a small, nondescript town, is significant because it could be anywhere.... anyone's town.

Answered by Olivia S #777671 on 4/6/2018 9:26 PM

The "hidden" town provides a sancuary for the people because the outsiders won't know of the horrible thing that happens within the town.