"In the late 1800's" is an introductory adverbial prepositional phrase. We can safely ignore it. All it does is modify the verb "were".
Answer: At this point, he is curious and excited.
Explanation: While there is sadness (as he is coming from a time that was the worst in his life), he can't help but be a little excited at what is to come. This is new hope, new adventure, new life. While he has adapted quickly to his surroundings, he can't help but wonder what is yet to come.
“Every one suspects himself of at least one of the cardinal virtues and this is mine: I am one of the few honest people that I have ever known.”
"It was one of those rare smiles with a quality of eternal reassurance in it”
Sorry that’s what I took off of my project from last year
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Aakhama aauna sapani.......
hope it helps.
<h3>stay safe healthy and happy.</h3>