Question

It was about this time that the pigs suddenly moved into the farmhouse and took up their residence there. Again the animals seemed to remember that a resolution against this had been passed in the early days, and again Squealer was able to convince them that this was not the case. It was absolutely necessary, he said, that the pigs, who were the brains of the farm, should have a quiet place to work in.

–Animal Farm,
George Orwell

Which inferences about Squealer’s motivation for using propaganda does the passage support? Check all that apply.

He truly believes what he is saying.
He lies to keep the other animals from rebelling.
He does not want to lose his position of power and comfort.
He wants to enjoy privileges that the other animals do not have.
He wants to keep the farm running as smoothly as possible.

Answer 1

Select:
- He lies to keep the other animals from rebelling. — Supported (he convinces them their earlier resolution didn’t exist).
- He does not want to lose his position of power and comfort. — Supported (the propaganda protects the pigs’ new residence/privileges).
- He wants to enjoy privileges that the other animals do not have. — Supported (the pigs move into the farmhouse and justify it).

Not supported:
- He truly believes what he is saying. — The passage shows deception, not genuine belief.
- He wants to keep the farm running as smoothly as possible. — That is the excuse Squealer gives, but the passage doesn’t support it as his real motivation.