Use the sentence to answer the question.%0D%0A%0D%0AThe old mountains had none of the glitz and glam boasted of by the towering Rockies out west, but these rugged hills had a worn, ancient secrecy about them.%0D%0AWhat effect does the language have on the historic setting?%0D%0A%0D%0A(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0AItems from the past reveal the time period.%0D%0AItems from the past reveal the time period.%0D%0A%0D%0ALocation-specific details indicate a specific region.%0D%0ALocation-specific details indicate a specific region.%0D%0A%0D%0AImagery helps engage the reader’s senses.%0D%0AImagery helps engage the reader’s senses.%0D%0A%0D%0AThe word choice reflects the time period.
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The language used in the sentence evokes a sense of history through phrases like "worn" and "ancient secrecy," suggesting that the mountains possess a deep and timeless quality. This choice of words contributes to the overall mood of nostalgia and reverence for the past, helping to establish a historic setting that feels both mysterious and enduring. Therefore, the most appropriate response is:
The word choice reflects the time period.
