Every Monday Mr. Whymper visited the farm as had been arranged. He was a sly-looking little man with side whiskers, a solicitor in a very small way of business, but sharp enough to have realized earlier than anyone else that Animal Farm would need a broker and that the commissions would be worth having. The animals watched his coming and going with a kind of dread, and avoided him as much as possible.

Question

–Animal Farm,
George Orwell

Which statement best identifies Mr. Whymper’s motivation for visiting the farm?

He is inspired by their rebellion and wants to learn from them.
He sees an opportunity to make money and wants to discuss business.
He is afraid of their power and wants to see what they have planned.
He is disturbed by how the farm is changing and wants to discuss the future.

Answer 1

The statement that best identifies Mr. Whymper’s motivation for visiting the farm is:

He sees an opportunity to make money and wants to discuss business.

This is supported by the description of Mr. Whymper as a "sly-looking little man" who recognized that Animal Farm would need a broker, indicating that he is interested in financial gain from the situation.