Question

Which best describes swifts purpose for writing "A modest proposal"

A-to thoroughly explain his proposal with the hope of solving the problem of poverty in England

B-to inform society of a serious issue with the hope of inspiring impoverished people to find jobs

C-to entertain readers with a humorous tale with the hope of creating laughter during a dark time

D-to criticize England’s treatment of the Irish with the hope of bringing about societal change

Answer 1

to criticize England’s treatment of the Irish with the hope of bringing about societal change.

Answer 2

Answer: D. to criticize England’s treatment of the Irish with the hope of bringing about societal change.

Swift's A Modest Proposal is a satirical text intended to criticize England's treatment of the Irish people. In this novel, Swift proposes that in order to solve the problem of poverty in Ireland, poor people should sell their children in order for them to be eaten by wealthy Englishmen. The proposal is not intended to be taken seriousy. Instead, it is meant to criticize the indifference and abuse Irish people were subject to and motivate social change.