Main characters: Morton Crosby portrayed as a man from the city, who is really concerned about his benefits 1. very suspicious and wary of the stranger 2. indeed street-smart as he did not succumb to the strangers persuasion 3. cleverly weaved his way out at last describe the character of most people from the city lacationMain Characters: Morton Crosby • portrayed as a man from the city, who is really concerned about his benefits. 1. very suspicious and wary of the stranger. 2.indeed street-smart as he did not succumb to the stranger’s persuasion. 3. cleverly weaved his way out at last. • describe the character of most people from the city