Which statement best explains why George Orwell chose to write a fable using animals as the major characters? Because of its indirect approach, a fable about animals could deliver a political critique to a wider audience. Because Soviet leaders often were cruel to their own citizens, portraying them as animals seemed appropriate. By setting the story in the world of animals, Orwell avoided complications that can arise from human behavior. By using animals, Orwell made it clear to the Western world that he wanted them to see the Soviet regime for what it really was.

After reading the novella "Animal Farm," we can choose the following statement as to why Orwell chose to write a fable using animals as the major characters:

A. Because of its indirect approach, a fable about animals could deliver a political critique to a wider audience.

What is a fable?

A fable is a story in which the characters are animals capable of talking and behaving like humans. Normally, fables are used to teach moral lessons, especially to children.

Why did Orwell choose to write a fable?

Although not targeting children as his audience, Orwell still chose to write a fable in order to criticize the Soviet regime in Russia. His reason for doing so comes from the indirect approach of fables.

Instead of being too straightforward and saying what he thinks about Soviet leaders, he describes their despicable actions through the actions of the pigs. He also describes the suffering of the Russian people through the plight of the other farm animals.

Those descriptions are more widely accepted by several audiences than a direct statement such as "This is what I think of the Soviet regime" would be. Thus, this indirect approach allows him to reach a wider audience.

With the information above in mind, we can choose letter A as the best option.

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