Question

Which of the following statements is the best inference about this excerpt

How mercifully can our great Creator treat his creatures, even in those conditions in which they seemed to be overwhelmed in destruction. How can he sweeten the bitterest providences, and give us cause to praise him for dungeons and prisons. What a table was here spread for me in a wilderness where I saw nothing at first, but to perish for hunger.


a. Crusoe had first feared that he would die of starvation.

B. Crusoe believes that the Creator has treated him with mercy.

C. Crusoe has learned to find contentment and gratitude in his destiny.

D. Crusoe is bitter and sarcastic about his shipwreck experience.

Answer 1

The right answer is "C. Crusoe has learned to find contentment and gratitude in his destiny. "

In the passage, Crusoe is grateful for the good things in his life despite the adversities he has faced. He thanks for the positive things in his life because he can not control the negative things that can happen, so instead of being discouraged and complaining, he prefers to spend his energy, thankful for what was good for him.

Answer 2

Answer: C. Crusoe has learned to find contentment and gratitude in his destiny.

In this excerpt, Crusoe realizes that although at first he found his situation tragic, he has now realized that God can give us reason to be happy and thankful even in the worst situations. He expected to die of starvation, but now is thankful for the food he was able to find. The passage shows that although Crusoe's destiny has not changed, he has learned to find hope and gratitude even under such difficult circumstances.