Question

"Know now then thyself, presume not God to scan;/The proper study of mankind is man."

Which of these is nearest in meaning to the word presume, as it is used in the passage above?

a. hasten
b. invent
c. cease
d. attempt*

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

presume not God to scan - means Man should not attempt to scan or judge God.