Question

how are the speakers’ senses of self - esteem similar in “a thought on the inestimable blessing of reason” and “deliverance from another sore fit”?
○ in both poems, the speakers consider themselves insignificant.
○ in both poems, the speakers express a great deal of pride.
○ in both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.
○ in both poems, the speakers express great doubt as to their abilities.

Explanation:

In "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason", the speaker recognizes the power of reason but also implies a humility before the grandeur of the concept. In "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit", the speaker shows humility in the face of a higher power (likely God) that provides deliverance. Both speakers do not exalt themselves above a larger, more powerful force (reason or God). They are not overly prideful (eliminating the pride option), do not consider themselves insignificant (as they have some agency - thinking about reason or experiencing deliverance), and there is no indication of doubt about their abilities (the focus is on the external force).

Answer:

In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.