What is the most likely meaning of the phrase “i could have hung my hat on my eyes, they stuck out so far” in this sentence

It is a hyperbole that means the author's eyes were wide with fear. It is also a metaphor.

the narrator closes the lantern tightly so the old man is

not awakened by the bright light

explanation:

the complete subject is

lorna

yes, no, maybe, so i honestly don't know best of luck