What does the narrator’s response to the setting reveal about his character? his desire to follow society’s rules is greater than his own ideas. his desire to explore is greater than his fear of where he is going. he is concerned that the forces of nature are more powerful than his will. he is afraid that his fear will eventually prevent him from learning.

Directions: in 2 - 3 paragraphs respond to mack's idea about the "interplay of life and literature" in lines 92 - 100 in " why read shakespeare". 1. explain what it means to say that finding meaning in shakespeare "is a sort of proving ground for finding beauty and meaning in life". provide reasons that support your claim. 2. explain which is more important - that literature teaches readers about life or that understanding life readers understand literature. identify examples from literature you have read. 3. summarize your view of the interplay between literature and your own lives, explaining whether you see a connection or not and why.