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Question 20 • [ELA11] ELA 11, Sem 1 (26-27)

Which statement best describes the ways that the speakers in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit" achieve contentment?

Answer

In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through rational thought, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious faith.

In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through steady contemplation, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through prayer and solitude.

In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through spiritual cleanliness, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through development of faith.

In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment by acquiring knowledge, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious activities.

Explanation

In “A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason,” the speaker treats reason as a gift that helps people understand their circumstances and find peace. In “Deliverance From Another Sore Fit,” the speaker responds to recovery from illness by trusting in God’s care. Thus, the first speaker finds contentment through rational thought, while the second finds it through religious faith.

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