Aman said to the universe
by stephan crane

a man said to the universe:
"sir, i exist! "
"however," replied the universe,
"the fact has not created in me
a sense of obligation."

which statement reflects the theme of the poem?
a) humanity is indifferent to the universe.
b) the man is obligated to the universe.
c) the universe is indifferent to humanity.
d) the universe is obligated to the man.

In the story “seventh grade” how do victor’s hopes and expectations about teresa at the beginning of the school day compare with his hopes and expectations about teresa at the end of the school day?

1. at the conclusion of chapter 13, the monster realizes that he has none of the qualities or possessions that human beings value, and so he worries the he will be forever miserable. he says, “oh, that i had for ever remained in my native wood, nor known nor felt beyond the sensations of hunger, thirst, and heat! ” this statement recalls one made by victor frankenstein in chapter 10: “if our impulses were confined to hunger, thirst, and desire, we might nearly be free; but now we are moved by every wind that blows, and a chance word or scene that that word may convey to us.” questions: what do these two statements suggest about the impact of knowledge? how do the statements affect the way readers view the monster and victor?

How does the authors discussion of sujatha baliga's own experiences with abuse and forgiveness contribute to the text