Question

which best describes a theme of \a man said to the universe\?
individuals should accept their circumstances.
the universe is indifferent to human concerns.
societal forces play a major role in forming an individual.
science is more powerful than human behavior.

Explanation:

In the poem "A Man Said to the Universe," the man tells the universe that he exists. The universe responds that this fact "has not created in me / A sense of obligation." This shows that the universe does not care about the man's existence or his concerns. It is indifferent. The other options are not supported by the poem. The poem is about the relationship between the individual and the universe, not about accepting circumstances (no indication of that in the poem), societal forces (the focus is on the universe, not society), or science vs. human behavior (not a theme in this short exchange between man and universe).

Answer:

The universe is indifferent to human concerns.