Question

Read the passage from Animal Farm.

Nevertheless, towards the end of January it became obvious that it would be necessary to procure some more grain from somewhere. In these days Napoleon rarely appeared in public, but spent all his time in the farmhouse, which was guarded at each door by fierce-looking dogs. When he did emerge, it was in a ceremonial manner, with an escort of six dogs who closely surrounded him and growled if anyone came too near. Frequently he did not even appear on Sunday mornings, but issued his orders through one of the other pigs, usually Squealer.

How does the characterization of Napoleon reveal the author’s purpose?

It illustrates that Napoleon is becoming more and more like a dictator.
It suggests that Napoleon is growing more confident and comfortable as leader.
It demonstrates that Napoleon is working harder than usual to succeed.
It shows that Napoleon is slowly losing control over the farm and the animals.

Answer 1

The first one:

It illustrates that Napolean is becoming more and more like a dictator.

Answer 2

In this passage from "Animal Farm", by George Orwell, what the characterization of Napoleon reveals about the author's purpose is that It illustrates that Napoleon is becoming more and more like a dictator. The author's purpose is to show that the former rebel, Napoleon, has become dictator like. Now, that he rarely appears in public, is always surrounded by dogs who frighten everyone who gets near him. Squealer is in charge of propaganda issues.