Based on the context of this excerpt from w. w jacobs the monkeys paw what does the word placidly mean

plac·id - It's an adjective

-(of a person or animal) not easily upset or excited.

-(especially of a place or stretch of water) calm and peaceful, with little movement or activity.

synonyms:quiet, calm, tranquil, still, peaceful, undisturbed, restful, sleepy

I read the story and I could't find the word "placid"

I hope this definition helps you.

are you asking true or false

i think its,

b) the narrator's mental state is anguished.

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