Question

1. what is the main message of \an episode of war\?

people can control what happens to them.
people get what they deserve.
people are victims of circumstances.
good triumphs over evil.

Explanation:

Stephen Crane's An Episode of War centers on an ordinary soldier randomly wounded in war, showing that his suffering and loss of control stem from unforeseen, impersonal circumstances rather than personal merit, choice, or a moral battle between good and evil. The narrative emphasizes how external, chaotic events strip individuals of agency, framing them as victims of their situation.

Answer:

○ People are victims of circumstances.