Question

The mystery of where the milk went to was soon cleared up. It was mixed every day into the pigs' mash. The early apples were now ripening, and the grass of the orchard was littered with windfalls. The animals had assumed as a matter of course that these would be shared out equally; one day, however, the order went forth that all the windfalls were to be collected and brought to the harness-room for the use of the pigs. At this some of the other animals murmured, but it was no use. All the pigs were in full agreement on this point, even Snowball and Napoleon. Squealer was sent to make the necessary explanations to the others.

–Animal Farm,

George Orwell

Which statement best explains the central idea of this passage?

Most animals do not enjoy having milk and apples.
The leaders believe that they should get more privileges than the laborers.
It is pointless for the other animals to argue with the pigs.
It is better for the pigs to have the milk and fallen apples than to let them go to waste.

Answer 1

The statement that best explains the central idea of this passage is: **The leaders believe that they should get more privileges than the laborers.** This reflects the idea that the pigs justify taking the milk and windfall apples for themselves while the other animals are left with none, highlighting a theme of inequality and privilege among the ruling class in the allegory of the farm.