All of the responses provided indicate how language can effectively convey the historic setting in a narrative. However, if I had to choose just one response that best encapsulates the overall effect of language on the historic setting, I would choose:
The word choice reflects the time period.
This response highlights how the specific vocabulary, phrases, and expressions used in the text can transport readers to a particular historical context, allowing them to better understand the social, cultural, and temporal nuances of the setting.