Characters
Who is the boar that inspires the animals to rebel against the humans?
Old Major
What event leads to the animals' rebellion against Mr. Jones?
Jones forgets to feed the animals
Finish this quote: "All animals are equal..."
"...but some animals are more equal than others."
What historical event does the novel allegorically represent?
The Russian Revolution of 1917
Apart from "Animal Farm" what is the title of another well-known novel written by George Orwell?
1984
What propaganda techniques do the pigs use in "Animal Farm" to manipulate and control the other animals?
Repetition
Scapegoating
Rewriting history
What happens to Old Major early in the story?
Old Major dies in his sleep.
Who repeatedly changes the commandments on the farm?
The pigs, especially Napoleon and Squealer
Which character represents Joseph Stalin in the allegory?
Napoleon
What does "Animalism" represent in the novel?
Communism and Socialism
In "Animal Farm," which character represents the working class and embodies the virtues of hard work and loyalty?
Boxer
What is the significance of the Battle of the Windmill?
The battle represents the animals defending their farm against human invaders.
What is the significance of the phrase "Four legs good, two legs bad"?
It is a slogan used to promote animal unity and demonize humans.
What does the windmill symbolize in the allegory?
Industrialization and progress
George Orwell fought in a civil war in Spain during the 1930s. Which side did he support?
The Socialists
Which character, besides Snowball, is portrayed as an idealist who genuinely believes in the principles of Animalism?
Boxer
What is the outcome of the animals' attempt to build the windmill?
The windmill is destroyed and later rebuilt.
What does "Napoleon is always right" symbolize?
Blind obedience to the ruling authority (dictatorship)
How does the novel reflect the corruption of power?
The pigs become increasingly tyrannical and hypocritical.
What does "comrade" symbolize in the context of the story?
It symbolizes unity and equality among the animals.
Which does Moses the Raven represent?
Moses represents the Russian Orthodox Church during the time of the Russian Revolution.
What were the primary motivations behind Napoleon's decision to build the windmill?
Economic self-sufficiency and consolidation of power
What is the symbolism of the re-written commandment, "No animal shall drink alcohol to excess"?
The pigs are breaking their own rules, showing their corruption.
What does the character Moses represent in the allegory?
The Russian Orthodox Church and religious manipulation
What is the significance of "The Beasts of England" song?
It is a rallying song that inspires the animals to rebel.