Which of these quotes from Bret Harte's "The Outcasts of Poker Flat" is most characteristic of the Western genre?

A. There was a remembrance of this in his boyish and enthusiastic greeting of Mr. Oakhurst.

B. Two or three men, conversing earnestly together, ceased as he approached, and exchanged significant glances.

C. A secret committee had determined to rid the town of all improper persons. This was done permanently in regard of two men who were then hanging from the boughs of a sycamore in the gulch.

D. He started to his feet with the intention of awakening the sleepers, for there was no time to lose.