Chapter 1
This old boar inspires the animals with visions of a farm free from human tyranny.
Old Major
These two pigs take the lead in organizing Old Major’s ideas after his death.
Snowball and Napoleon
The animals successfully carry out this action against the humans.
the rebellion
Where do we find Farmer Jones at the start of the chapter?
What happened to Mollie?
She ran away from Animal Farm.
The farm where the story begins, owned by Mr. Jones.
Manor Farm, later named Animal Farm
After the death of Old Major, the animals create this system to guide their fight against human control.
Animalism
This clever pig takes notes, organizes work, and helps teach the less literate animals, acting as a planner and teacher.
Snowball
Which animal studies Caesar's defensive strategies in order to prepare for the day when Farmer Jones returned?
Snowball
What causes the growing tension/conflict between Snowball and Napoleon?
the idea of building the windmill
Old Major warns the animals about the dangers of this oppressive class/species.
humans
The Seven Commandments are meant to prevent animals from becoming like this group.
Humans
The sheep help spread the ideals of Animalism in a humorous way by chanting this simplified version of the Seven Commandments.
Four legs good, two legs bad.
What does Boxer's reaction to almost killing the farmhand tell us about his character?
Despite his size and strength, he is kind-hearted or gentle. He was remorseful for injuring the man.
What did Napoleon use the puppies for?
He used the puppies/dogs to intimidate other animals, and eventually they ran Snowball off of the farm.
Old Major teaches the animals this song that becomes a symbol of rebellion.
The Beasts of England
These animals help spread the ideas of Animalism among the farm.
the pigs
Who's personal motto is "I will work harder,"?
Boxer
Which pig was not mentioned/involved in the Battle of the Cowshed?
Napoleon
Which character uses propaganda to to justify Napoleon's actions against Snowball?
This horse is admired for his strength and dedication, always willing to work harder than anyone else.
Boxer
The animals’ growing discontent is largely because of this farmer’s neglect.
Farmer Jones
Which animal does not do any work on the farm and only appears when something serves her own interests?
the cat
-firing of the gun on the anniversary of the Battle of the Cowshed and rebellion
-raised the flag
-sang Beast of England
-Boxer, Snowball, and dead sheep awarded medals
How do the animals react to Napoleon's use of the dogs to run Snowball off of the farm?
They are scared and confused.