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What is the author’s purpose in writing "A Modest Proposal"?
to submit a plan to solve an important societal issue
to draw attention to an issue that is plaguing his country
to show that only an extreme solution can fix poverty
to defend those who have avoided falling into poverty
to submit a plan to solve an important societal issue
to draw attention to an issue that is plaguing his country
to show that only an extreme solution can fix poverty
to defend those who have avoided falling into poverty
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The author's purpose in writing "A Modest Proposal" is primarily **to draw attention to an issue that is plaguing his country**. Jonathan Swift used satirical and extreme suggestions to highlight the severe problems of poverty and overpopulation in Ireland, critiques of British policy, and societal indifference. While his proposal is presented as a serious solution, it is intentionally outrageous to provoke thought and discussion about the real issues facing society.