Question

question 6 of 10
which passage from grendel best illustrates the theme \life is meaningless\?
a. except in the life of a hero, the whole worlds meaningless. the hero sees values beyond whats possible. thats the nature of a hero. (89)
b. be so kind as to give / us some advice, old man. weve come on a fairly important errand. (154)
c. i kiss the ice on the frozen creeks, i press my ear to it, honoring the water that rattles below, for by water they came. (151)
d. and yet i address him, whispering, whimpering, whining. \if you win, its by mindless chance. make no mistake.\ (171)

Explanation:

The phrase "mindless chance" in option D implies that outcomes (and by extension, life) lack inherent meaning or purpose. It contrasts with option A, which gives meaning through heroes. Options B and C do not touch on the theme of life's meaninglessness.

Answer:

D. And yet I address him, whispering, whimpering, whining. "If you win, it's by mindless chance. Make no mistake." (171)