At the end of this passage why is everyone so motionless and quiet

D) They are about to watch someone die, so they are showing respect.  

Explanation:

Midway up the slope between the bridge and fort were the spectators -- a single company of infantry in line, at "parade rest."

idk tbh because i'm just getting points.

you can change by someone having a negative opinon of you in many ways for example thi can lead to depression and taking of ones life also known as sucide this effects there self esteem and ego in a negative way making them feel sad depressed and stressed causing them to act gloomy and sad if this continuses this can lead to self harm or much worse things.

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