In "the highwayman," what does the highwayman do when he first hears the gunshot?
a.
he stops on the road and stays still the whole night.

b.
he rides westward and escapes.

c.
he rides immediately to the inn.

d.
he returns what he has stolen.

He rides immediately to the Inn.

Explanation:

   I have read the story and the girl is the one who made the gunshot to warn him.

Changing female roles during the time period of the story was radical since women were viewed to be physically inactive and only did activities that were inside the house. Women entering cycling competitions was one of the very few ways that women were able to express their talents.