Power & Corruption
What concerns about leadership and power are revealed during Old Major’s speech? (Ch. 1)
Old Major fears that humans abuse their power and warns the animals not to let any creature become more powerful
Why might the pigs take leadership so quickly? (Ch. 2).
Their literacy gives them an advantage, and they use confidence and persuasive language to position themselves as in charge.
What rules or ideas do the animals agree on after the Rebellion?(Ch. 2)
They create the Seven Commandments, promoting equality, fairness, and rejection of human habits.
Why do you think the animals listen to Old Major so eagerly? (Ch.1)
They feel unheard and mistreated. His message reflects their hopes for equality and gives them a rare chance to imagine change.
Which character best shows how power can change someone?
Napoleon. He shifts from revolutionary to authoritarian ruler.
How does unequal education lead to unequal power? (Ch. 3)
When only a few can read or think critically, those individuals can shape rules, information, and decisions without being easily challenged.
How do the pigs begin presenting themselves as more important? (Ch. 3)
They take leadership roles, make decisions for others, and start taking special privileges such as the milk and apples.
Why might humans fear the spread of Animal Farm’s ideas? (Ch. 4)
Because it threatens their control if others demand fairness, their power could be challenged.
How do animals outside the farm react to news about Animal Farm? (Ch. 4)
Some are inspired, while humans spread fear and lies to discourage rebellion.
What moment best shows propaganda changing the animals memory?
When the commandments appear altered and Squealer convinces animals they remembered wrong.
What disagreements emerge between Snowball and Napoleon? (Ch. 5)
They argue over leadership, the windmill project, and the future direction of the farm.
How do the pigs justify breaking original rules?(Ch.6)
They claim the rules were misunderstood, rewritten, or necessary for the farm’s survival.
What happens when one leader controls all decision-making? (Ch. 5)
Fairness disappears. There’s little accountability, and rules can be changed based on personal interests.
Why don’t animals challenge these changes? (Ch.6).
Fear, confusion, lack of education, loyalty, and pressure from authority silence them.
If you were on the farm, which rule would you want guaranteed?
A rule ensuring equal food rations or shared decision making to prevent abuse.
What hardships do the animals face this winter? (Ch. 7)
Food shortages, extreme cold, and relentless labor.
How does fear become a tool of control? (Ch.7)
Leaders use threats, enemies, and imagined dangers to justify their actions and keep animals obedient.
What new “rules” or changes appear on the farm? (Ch. 8)
Commandments shift, and the pigs adopt more human behaviors like drinking and living in comfort.
How are animals living conditions different from the pigs? (Ch 9.)
Most animals face hunger and hard labor, while pigs enjoy better food, less work, and comfortable living.
What theme connects most strongly to today’s society?
Abuse of authority, misinformation, and inequality remain issues in governments and workplaces.
What message does the ending send about leadership and equality? (Ch. 10)
Without accountability, leaders may become the very oppressors they once opposed. Equality requires vigilance and shared power.
Why does having power allow leaders to rewrite history? (Ch. 8).
Control over information lets them shape memory, justify actions, and remove evidence of injustice.
Why do the animals keep working despite worsening conditions? (Ch.9)
They cling to hope, propaganda, loyalty, and the belief that sacrifice will pay off.
What final changes show how different the farm is from Old Major’s dream? (Ch. 10)
The pigs behave like humans, change the commandments, and form alliances with people.
How does hope influence the animals choices?
Hope keeps them obedient and willing to endure hardship, even when evidence shows conditions will not improve.