Whether We Wish It or Not,Shakespeare Admonishes That We Are

Multiple Choice

Whether we wish it or not,Shakespeare admonishes that we are ________ on a stage,and that we're in the position of ________.

A) merely players;presenting ourselves to an observing and potentially changing audience
B) merely players;attempting to manipulate others in the service of our own ends
C) mortal fools;avoiding the appearance of "cluelessness" on a daily basis
D) insignificant specks;playing up our abilities to people less competent
E) glorious headliners;adopting a posture of humility while attempting to get our needs met