Question

Why do the crowd and Tim Keenan respect what Weedon Scott says?

a. He is older than they are and has earned their respect.
b. He is friends with the mine officials who could give them trouble.
c. He is a famous dog trainer and knows more than they do.
d. He is bigger than they are and they don't want to fight.

Answer 1

d. He is bigger than they are and they don't want to fight.

Why do the crowd and Tim Keenan respect what Weedon Scott says?

He is bigger than they are and they don't want to fight.

NOT:
a. He is older than they are and has earned their respect.
b. He is friends with the mine officials who could give them trouble.
c. He is a famous dog trainer and knows more than they do.