Reality and Cynicism in Poetry — Quiz

Question 11 • Honors English III

How are Crane’s "A Man Said to the Universe" and Dunbar’s “We Wear the Mask” different?

Answer

Crane’s poem focuses on an individual’s power over the environment; Dunbar’s poem focuses on the individual’s power over society.

Crane’s poem addresses the consequences of ignorance; Dunbar’s poem addresses the consequences of hiding one’s true self.

Crane’s poem suggests that each person is unique; Dunbar’s poem suggests that all people hide their emotions equally.

Crane’s poem examines the relationship between man and his environment; Dunbar’s poem examines the relationship between man and society.

Explanation

Crane’s poem presents a person speaking to the universe and being told that he is only a part of it, emphasizing the relationship between people and their environment. Dunbar’s poem describes people wearing masks to conceal their pain from others, emphasizing the relationship between people and society. So D best captures the difference.

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