Whoever could find out a fair, cheap and easy method of making these children sound useful members of the common-wealth, would d

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Whoever could find out a fair, cheap and easy method of making these children sound useful members of the common-wealth, would d

eserve so well of the publick as to have his statue set up for a preserver of the nation. Based on this satirical excerpt, what is most likely to be true about the author?
A. He doesn't think statues are the proper way to honor people the public admires. B. He believes the public is not giving him the honors he has earned. C. He feels the public doesn't always honor the right people. D. He doesn't always agree with the choices of who is honored by the public.

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Leya [7.7K] · Answer 1 · 2026-03-17T20:19:58+03:00

Response:

D. He doesn't always align with the selections of whom the public honors.

Explanation:

This section is taken from Jonathan Swift's (1667 – 1745) satirical piece "A Modest Proposal" - to address the issue of poor children in Ireland, ensuring they become beneficial rather than burdensome for the state and society.

Alternative C conveys a nearly identical idea as option D. However, option D provides a better clarification of the scenario.

There is also a notable satirical tone in the author's phrasing of "fair, cheap and easy." Jonathan Swift's satire targets the government whose policies focus on economic considerations even in serious matters.