Answer choices for the above question
A. Clearly, Boxer doesn’t really need the hat.
B. Orwell shows Boxer’s stupidity—now he will have flies in his ears.
C. Orwell suggests that Boxer is secretly loyal to Mr. Jones and throws the hat into the fire to trick the other animals.
D. This tiny moment demonstrates the animals’ rising loyalty to the cause of Animalism.
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The best answer choice that describes why the author includes the description of Boxer flinging his hat into the fire is:
D. This tiny moment demonstrates the animals’ rising loyalty to the cause of Animalism.
This reflects the theme of sacrifice and commitment to the ideals of Animalism that Boxer represents, as well as the broader collective spirit among the animals.
