Question

which is one thematic similarity between \a man said to the universe\ and \sympathy\?
both present an individual who fears his environment
both present an individual trying to prove his existence
both present an individual who is injured and damaged
both present an individual challenging an external force

Explanation:

In "A Man Said to the Universe", the man makes a statement of his existence to the universe, challenging it. In "Sympathy", the caged bird is in conflict with its confining environment, a form of challenging an external force.

Answer:

Both present an individual challenging an external force.