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The poem “Richard Cory” by Edwin Arlington Robinson explores how the theme of dissatisfaction and the mentality that “the grass is greener on the other side” affects all humans. Which TWO lines in this excerpt reflect those themes?

a. And he was rich—yes, richer than a king—

b. And admirably schooled in every grace

c. To make us wish that we were in his place.

d. So on we worked, and waited for the light

e. Went home and put a bullet through his head.

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I would put b and c but i'm not sure but b and c make since so i would go with those two!! hope this helps!!
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The answer is C, and E. (for plato users)

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