Allegories
What meaned in real life the paying of Mr. Frederick with false bills with Napoleon?
It meaned the invasion of Russia into Germany
What were the main causes of the Russian Revolution?
The poor living conditions of peasants and workers, economic struggles, military failures in World War I, weak leadership under Tsar Nicholas II, and the influence of revolutionary ideas
How do the working conditions change for the animals in Chapter 6?
The animals are forced to work harder than ever, even on Sundays, while receiving less food.
How do the animals suffer during the winter in Chapter 7?
The winter is extremely harsh, with food shortages making life miserable. The animals are cold, hungry, and overworked, but Napoleon deceives Mr. Whymper by filling grain bins with sand to make it seem like there is enough food.
How does Napoleon continue to change the rules in Chapter 8?
The Seven Commandments are secretly altered to justify Napoleon’s actions. For example, after executing animals, the rule “No animal shall kill any other animal” is changed to “No animal shall kill any other animal without cause.”
What means in the book the start of the industrialization?
It means when animals starts to build the windmill
What role did World War I play in the Russian Revolution?
World War I weakened Russia due to food shortages, military defeats, and economic collapse. The Russian army suffered massive casualties, and soldiers lost trust in the Tsar, contributing to protests and calls for change.
Why is the windmill important?
The windmill represents the animals determination and progress. When it is destroyed by a storm, Napoleon blames Snowball, using him as a scapegoat to maintain control and justify stricter rules.
How does Napoleon maintain power through fear?
Napoleon holds public executions, forcing animals to confess to crimes before having them killed by the dogs. This creates an atmosphere of fear and paranoia..
How does Napoleon use propaganda to maintain control?
Squealer constantly spreads lies and exaggerations about Napoleon’s leadership. He tells the animals that production has increased
What are the enemies of animal farm and the countries in real life?
The enemies of the farm ar Pinchfield and Foxwood, who in real life are England and Germany.
What was the February Revolution of 1917?
The February Revolution was the first phase of the Russian Revolution. It led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the creation of the Provisional Government, which aimed to establish democracy but failed to address key issues like land reforms and war involvement.
How does Napoleon’s rule become more authoritarian in this chapter?
Napoleon takes more control by making all decisions himself, moving into the farmhouse, engaging in trade with humans, and using fear to keep the animals loyal.
Why do the animals remain loyal to Napoleon despite their suffering?
Squealer’s propaganda and the animals blind trust in Napoleon keep them obedient and loyal.
What happens with the timber deal?
Napoleon sells timber to Frederick, who tricks him by paying with forged banknotes. This humiliates Napoleon and leads to an attack on the farm when Frederick’s men blow up the windmill.
What character is the working class in the book?
Boxer, who is a horse that works all the day and rests only a few hours in the night.
What were the effects of the Russian Revolution?
The revolution led to the end of monarchy, a civil war between the Red Army and White Army, the establishment of the Soviet Union, and major economic and social changes under Lenin’s and later Stalin’s rule
What does Napoleon´s trade with Mr. Whymper reveal about his leadership?
Napoleon, who once opposed human trade, now sells farm products to humans, showing how he betrays the revolution’s ideals for his own power.
Why does Napoleon rarely appear in public?
Napoleon isolates himself, making him seem powerful and untouchable. Squealer becomes his spokesperson, glorifying Napoleon’s actions and convincing the animals that their hardships are necessary sacrifices.
What is the significance of the windmill’s destruction?
The windmill, which represents the animals' hard work and progress, is destroyed in an attack by Frederick’s men. This shows that despite their sacrifices, the animals gain nothing, and Napoleon’s leadership is failing them.
What means in the book when USA recognizes the Soviet Union?
When Pinchfield and Foxwood recognizes Animal Farm
How does the Holodomor relate to the events in Animal Farm?
In Animal Farm, Napoleon’s harsh policies lead to food shortages and suffering among the animals, similar to how Stalin’s forced collectivization and grain requisitioning caused the Holodomor in Soviet Ukraine.
How does Squealer manipulate the animals into accepting Napoleon’s decisions?
Squealer uses lies, fear, and twisted logic to convince the animals that Napoleon’s changes are necessary
Why is Beasts of England banned, and what replaces it?
Napoleon bans Beasts of England because it symbolizes rebellion and hope. He replaces it with a new anthem that praises him.
How does Napoleon continue to separate himself from the other animals?
Napoleon lives in luxury, drinks alcohol, and is treated like a king, while the other animals suffer. The pigs even change the rules to allow drinking, showing how the leaders now act just like the humans they once opposed.