Which of the following represents the way characters can embody both the traits of the wilderness and civilization in the Western genre?

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Option B represents the idea that characters can contain both the traits of the wilderness and civilization in the Western genre. The character starts as an outlaw, representing the wilderness, but then transforms into a sheriff, symbolizing civilization. This transformation highlights the tension between the American West's lawless frontier and society's desire for law and order. The other options do not demonstrate this duality between the wild and civilized. Option A represents a stereotype that oversimplifies Native Americans' portrayal in Western films as savage and uncivilized. Option C depicts a character who is entirely civilized, without any wilderness traits. Option D represents the typical Western storyline, where a villain must be captured or killed to restore order, with no nuances. Option E represents a lone gunman, who is completely anti-social and does nothing for the community.

Which of the Following Represents the Way Characters Can Embody