In the passage from "Animal Farm," Old Major is characterized as desiring more for the animals and believing that they should be equal to humans. He argues that the root of their suffering is the tyranny of human beings and advocates for rebellion against them. His message emphasizes the need for the animals to overthrow their oppressors in order to gain freedom and ownership of the fruits of their labor. This reflects his vision for a future where the animals are not subjugated by humans, thus highlighting his revolutionary spirit and desire for equality.
Is it not crystal clear, then, comrades, that all the evils of this life of ours spring from the tyranny of human beings? Only get rid of Man, and the produce of our labour would be our own. Almost overnight we could become rich and free. What then must we do? Why, work night and day, body and soul, for the overthrow of the human race! That is my message to you, comrades: Rebellion!
–Animal Farm,
George Orwell
How is Old Major characterized in this passage?
He is content with the animals’ current situation on the farm.
He believes that the animals should move away and find a new farm to work on.
He desires more for the animals and thinks that they should be equal to humans.
He believes that the animals should reject wealth and the material goods of humans.
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