Question

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read these lines:
when fortune would elect
to trick a man, she plots his overthrow
by such a means as he would least expect.
which theme from the story is best represented in these lines?
a. people dont expect good things to happen to them.
b. people have little control over their own lives.
c. fortune plays fair to those she meets, even if they are cunning.
d. governments are overthrown at fortunes whims.

Explanation:

The lines state that Fortune tricks a man in unexpected ways. This implies that people have little power over the events that befall them as Fortune (fate) can act in ways they don't anticipate. Option A is about good - things, which isn't the focus. Option C says Fortune plays fair, which contradicts the idea of tricking. Option D is about governments, while the lines are about individuals.

Answer:

B. People have little control over their own lives.