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What was Moore's belief regarding non-human animals in his early life?

They were nuisances
They existed for human benefit
They should rule over humans
They were supernatural beings

Answer

In his early life, G. E. Moore believed that non-human animals existed for human benefit. This belief was based on the idea that humans were superior to animals, and that animals were therefore not deserving of the same rights as humans. Moore eventually changed his mind about this, and came to believe that animals had inherent value and should not be treated cruelly.