Question

based on the historical context of the great purge, what is the best explanation of orwell’s purpose in writing animal farm?
○ he wanted to start a campaign against cruelty toward animals.
○ he wanted to show that animals are not as smart as human beings.
○ he wanted to show that class divisions exist in all types of societies.
○ he wanted to expose violent tactics used by oppressive governments.

Explanation:

The Great Purge involved oppressive government tactics (violence, repression). Animal Farm is an allegory criticizing oppressive regimes. The option "He wanted to expose violent tactics used by oppressive governments" aligns with this context, as the novel critiques such actions (e.g., Stalinist purges). Other options: anti - animal cruelty is irrelevant; showing animal intelligence is not the focus; class divisions, while present, aren't the main purpose tied to the Great Purge's violent oppression theme.

Answer:

D. He wanted to expose violent tactics used by oppressive governments.