Animal Farm, Part 1: Satire

Question 4 • FL-1001340-English 2 Sem 1 - Flex

Which excerpt from chapter 1 of Animal Farm is an example of indirect characterization?

Answer

“Boxer was an enormous beast, nearly eighteen hands high, and as strong as any two ordinary horses put together.”

“He was twelve years old and had lately grown rather stout, but he was still a majestic-looking pig, with a wise and benevolent appearance.”

“She took a place near the front and began flirting her white mane, hoping to draw attention to the red ribbons it was plaited with.”

“Benjamin was the oldest animal on the farm, and the worst tempered. He seldom talked, and when he did it was usually to make some cynical remark.”

Explanation

Indirect characterization reveals a character’s traits through actions, speech, or thoughts rather than stating the traits directly. In choice C, Mollie flirts her mane to draw attention to her ribbons, suggesting that she is vain and concerned with her appearance. The other excerpts directly describe the animals’ qualities, such as Boxer’s strength and Benjamin’s bad temper.

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