Which of the following quotations from “How Much Land Does a Man Need?” best predicts its lesson?

a.

“We may live roughly, but at least we’re free from worry.”

b.

“ . . . though you often earn more than you need, you’re very likely to lose all you have.”

c.

“I can’t go on overlooking it, or they’ll destroy all I have. They must be taught a lesson.”

d.

“Why should I suffer in this narrow hole, if one can live so well elsewhere?”

Question

Which of the following quotations from “How Much Land Does a Man Need?” best predicts its lesson?



a. 

“We may live roughly, but at least we’re free from worry.” 


b. 

“ . . . though you often earn more than you need, you’re very likely to lose all you have.” 


c. 

“I can’t go on overlooking it, or they’ll destroy all I have. They must be taught a lesson.” 


d. 

“Why should I suffer in this narrow hole, if one can live so well elsewhere?”

liv1234 · Answer

Did you read the story that goes along with this question? That might help.

anonymous · Answer

B makes the most sense to me but then again I don't know the book the question is referring to