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What is Swift’s overall purpose for writing the satirical essay "A Modest Proposal"?

A
to provide a reasonable solution to the problem of poverty in Ireland
B
to show that poverty in Ireland is not really a serious problem
C
to draw attention to extreme poverty in Ireland and encourage reform
D
to shame Irish parents who are unable to provide for their children

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