Question

select the correct answer.
read the excerpt from annus mirabilis by john dryden. what viewpoint does the excerpt reflect?
the undistinguishd seeds of good and ill,
heaven, in his bosom, from our knowledge hides:
and draws them in contempt of human skill,
off for friends mistaken foes provides.
which of the following?
a. it is hard for humans to evaluate events in terms of potential outcomes.
b. it is difficult for humans to maintain a firm faith in god.
c. it is often difficult for humans to learn from their experiences.
d. it is not possible for humans to be friends with their foes.
e. it is difficult for humans to think well of their enemies.

Explanation:

The excerpt from "Annus Mirabilis" by John Dryden says that Heaven hides the seeds of good and ill, and draws them (out) in contempt of human skill (i.e., human understanding/ability to know). This implies that humans find it hard to evaluate events in terms of their potential outcomes because Heaven controls the revelation of good and ill, beyond human knowledge. Option A matches this interpretation. Option B is about faith in God, which isn't the focus. Option C is about learning from experiences, not mentioned. Option D is about being friends with foes, not related. Option E is about thinking well of enemies, also not related.

Answer:

A. It is hard for humans to evaluate events in terms of potential outcomes.