Animal Farm by George Orwell Quiz

What is the genre of the novella Animal Farm by George Orwell?

What is the main theme of Animal Farm?

Who becomes the dictator on the farm in Animal Farm?

What real-world historical event does Animal Farm parallel?

Which ideology was George Orwell critical of in his novella Animal Farm?

In which conflict did Orwell's attitude towards Stalinism get shaped, influencing his writing of Animal Farm?

Who was the exalted boar that held a conference calling for the overthrow of humans?

What was the revolutionary song called that Old Major taught the animals?

Which event marks the start of 'Animal Farm' in the book?

What is the most important decree under Animalism according to the Seven Commandments?

Which animal educates young puppies on the principles of Animalism in the book?

What was the original subtitle of 'Animal Farm' that US publishers dropped?

"Animal Farm" is a political allegory and satire.
The main theme centers around the critique of totalitarianism and the manipulation of power.

Napoleon, a pig, becomes the dictator on the farm.
The novella parallels the Russian Revolution and the rise of Stalin.
George Orwell criticizes Stalinism, highlighting the dangers of oppressive regimes.

Orwell's attitude towards Stalinism was shaped during the Spanish Civil War, affecting his portrayal in "Animal Farm."
Old Major, an exalted boar, initiates plans to overthrow humans and represents revolutionary ideals.

The revolutionary song taught by Old Major is called "Beasts of England."
The story begins with the animals gathering to hear Old Major's dream of a rebellion.
The most important decree under Animalism, as stated in the Seven Commandments, is "All animals are equal."
The dogs, raised by Napoleon, are educated on Animalism's principles to serve as his enforcers.