Question

Read the poem: " A Man Said to the Universe," by Stephen 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.”

How does irony reveal naturalist themes here?

Answer 1

D. the universe acknowledging the man, although unimpressed by him

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

It emphasizes that the universe is aware of humankind yet still does not care. It reveals that humankind is self-centered enough to think that the universe should care. It suggests that humans tend to see things as they wish they were, not as things are. It shows humanity's helplessness against external forces.