Question

Read the passage from chapter 1 of Animal Farm.

At the last moment Mollie, the foolish, pretty white mare who drew Mr. Jones's trap, came mincing daintily in, chewing at a lump of sugar. She took a place near the front and began flirting her white mane, hoping to draw attention to the red ribbons it was plaited with.

Which statement best describes the character of Mollie in this passage?

Mollie appears to be shallow and materialistic.
Mollie is a likable horse who fits in well with the others.
Mollie appears to be clumsy and insecure.
Mollie is remarkable because she is a strong leader

Answer 1

"Mollie appears to be shallow and materialistic."

Textual evidence: she's described as "foolish" and preoccupied with a lump of sugar, red ribbons, and flirting her mane to draw attention—traits showing vanity and concern with appearances rather than the group's concerns.