critical lens
I.S.25 Emily Tan
722 September 27, 2014 “Circumstances are beyond the control of man, but his conduct is in his own power,” a quote by Benjamin Disraeli, is a statement about life and its tribulations. Situations cannot be predicted nor reined in by mankind, but the ending result of the entire ordeal is completely dependent on the course of action that person takes. Examples of this quote that can be applied to our everyday lives are policemen. People have to take full responsibility for their behavior. When an opportunity is given, one has to decide whether to take it or leave it. The two novels, Thirteen Reasons Why and Dorothy Must Die, by Jay Asher and Danielle Paige, respectively, thoroughly supports the quote.
The quote, in my opinion, means that mankind should be independent and should be wary of the consequences that come with their decisions while also trying their best to adapt to the difficulties. Examples from our everyday lives could be used to substantiate this interpretation of the quote. There are those problems that will affect a person’s future and a few of the people close to that person. Such include moving houses, getting a bad grade, making friends, etc. Then, there are the major obstacles: war, epidemics, or any other life-threatening issues. These are more serious in manner and the choices made for these hold a huge impact on a large group of people and can determine whether they live or die. The decision of facing these problems or overlooking them make a huge difference, as letting a problem fester will make it worse while facing it would benefit the people.
People are responsible for their actions. Whatever someone does, no matter if it goes awry or ends up being the best thing that has
722 September 27, 2014 “Circumstances are beyond the control of man, but his conduct is in his own power,” a quote by Benjamin Disraeli, is a statement about life and its tribulations. Situations cannot be predicted nor reined in by mankind, but the ending result of the entire ordeal is completely dependent on the course of action that person takes. Examples of this quote that can be applied to our everyday lives are policemen. People have to take full responsibility for their behavior. When an opportunity is given, one has to decide whether to take it or leave it. The two novels, Thirteen Reasons Why and Dorothy Must Die, by Jay Asher and Danielle Paige, respectively, thoroughly supports the quote.
The quote, in my opinion, means that mankind should be independent and should be wary of the consequences that come with their decisions while also trying their best to adapt to the difficulties. Examples from our everyday lives could be used to substantiate this interpretation of the quote. There are those problems that will affect a person’s future and a few of the people close to that person. Such include moving houses, getting a bad grade, making friends, etc. Then, there are the major obstacles: war, epidemics, or any other life-threatening issues. These are more serious in manner and the choices made for these hold a huge impact on a large group of people and can determine whether they live or die. The decision of facing these problems or overlooking them make a huge difference, as letting a problem fester will make it worse while facing it would benefit the people.
People are responsible for their actions. Whatever someone does, no matter if it goes awry or ends up being the best thing that has