Which statement best explains how Orwell uses dramatic irony in this passage to reveal the theme that knowledge can be lost between generations? The reader knows that the horses were good workers with corrupt ideals. The reader knows that Clover gains respect because she could explain the rebellion and animalism. The reader knows Clover’s language gives her the ability to abuse her power over the other horses. The reader understands the history of the rebellion, but the new horses do not.
The reader understands the history of the rebellion, but the new horses do not.
Explanation:
The new horses are supposed to be dumb and stupid. Not smart enough at all to understand the rebellion. But the reader should be smart enough to understand the rebellion.
