Question

His connection with public events had long since ceased; but, from all accounts, he still continued, in some degree, to fill the eyes of his

countrymen. His firmness and purity of character, his gentle temper, known bravery, and the conduct which he had already manifested in war,
had secured to him the confidence and the affections of his neighbors. He had attained that place in their esteem which naturally brought him
conspicuously before their eyes in the moment of emergency. He was
O
O shamed
respected
amazed
bewildered

Answer 1

The individual was highly respected by his peers for his integrity, gentle demeanor, known bravery, and wartime conduct. The correct answer is option 2.

Step-by-step explanation:

The passage suggests that the individual in question was respected by his peers. This respect was owed to his upright character and valor, and as such, when there was an emergency, he was naturally looked upon by his countrymen. Through his demonstrated bravery and conduct, especially in wartime, he had won the confidence and affections of his neighbors. Given the descriptions provided in the passages, it's clear that this individual was someone of high moral standing and esteemed character in his community.