Animal Farm Chapter 1-2 Summary

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What is the name of Mr. Jones's Farm?

Manor Farm

Who had a strange dream he wishes to communicate with the other animals?

Old Major (a Pig)

What three words does Old Major use to describe the animals' lives?

Short, Miserable, Laborious

Who does Old Major say is the only 'real enemy' the animals have?

Anything who walks on two legs Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the song that Old Major teaches the animals at the end of his speech?

Beast of England Signup and view all the answers

Animalism represents what?

Communism Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the three animals who teach the others the principles of Animalism?

Squealer, Snowball, and Napoleon Signup and view all the answers

What are the three reasons why animals are given more food after the Rebellion?

Serving themselves, They were starving, Celebration Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Jones forget to do that triggers the rebellion?

He forgets to feed them Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Old Major take part in the rebellion?

He died Signup and view all the answers

Why does Snowball destroy the ribbons used to decorate the horses' manes and tails?

Because they were 'clothes' which were human Signup and view all the answers

Which animals are the most faithful disciples of Animalism?

Boxer and Clover Signup and view all the answers

After the animals have explored the farmhouse, what do they agree to do with it?

They decided that it should be preserved for a museum Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the milk after the rebellion?

It disappears Signup and view all the answers

What are the 7 commandments?

<ol> <li>Whatever goes upon two legs is an enemy; 2. Whatever goes upon four legs, or has wings is a friend; 3. No animal shall wear clothes; 4. No animal shall sleep in a bed; 5. No animal shall drink alcohol; 6. No animal shall kill any other animals; 7. All animals are equal.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Who is described as the hardest worker on Animal Farm?

Boxer Signup and view all the answers

What is Boxer's answer to every problem or setback?

'I will work harder' Signup and view all the answers

Which animal works the same after the rebellion and will not express any opinion about it?

Old Benjamin Signup and view all the answers

Describe Animal Farm's flag.

A green tablecloth with a white hoof and horn in the corner Signup and view all the answers

Why does Snowball teach the stupider animals the maxim 'Four legs good, two legs bad' instead of the 7 commandments?

Because most of them couldn't read, making it hard for them to remember any but 'Four legs good, two legs bad' Signup and view all the answers

What does Squealer say will happen if some animals complain that the pigs get all the milk and apples?

They have to have them for their own health and they need to stay healthy to watch over the other animals Signup and view all the answers

What do the neighboring farmers secretly wonder as they listen to Mr. Jones's complaints?

If they could turn his misfortune into their own advantage Signup and view all the answers

What do Snowball and Napoleon do to spread the news of what happened on Animal Farm?

They send out pigeons Signup and view all the answers

When Jones and his men attack Animal Farm, who joins them?

Some from Foxwood and Pinchfield Signup and view all the answers

From what book did Snowball get the idea of how to plan the defense of Animal Farm?

An old book of Julius Caesar's Campaigns Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Snowball when Jones sees him coming?

Jones fires, grazes Snowball and kills a sheep Signup and view all the answers

Why is Boxer upset right after the battle?

He accidentally killed a boy because of his iron hoofs Signup and view all the answers

Which animals receive medals for their work in the Battle of the Cowshed?

Snowball, Boxer, and the dead sheep Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Napoleon is not mentioned by name during the Battle of the Cowshed?

He was not there Signup and view all the answers

What do the pigeons report they see Mollie doing after she leaves Animal Farm?

She was with a man who treated her nicely Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter Summaries and Key Concepts

Manor Farm is the name of Mr. Jones's farm.
Old Major, a pig symbolizing Karl Marx, shares a vision of rebellion based on a strange dream.
He describes animal life as short, miserable, and laborious.
Old Major identifies the only "real enemy" of the animals as anything that walks on two legs.
The song "Beast of England" is taught to the animals by Old Major.
Animalism represents the principles of communism.

Key Characters and Events

Snowball, Squealer, and Napoleon educate other animals about Animalism in chapter 2.
The animals receive more food after the Rebellion for three reasons: serving themselves, overcoming starvation, and as a celebration.
The Rebellion is triggered when Mr. Jones forgets to feed the animals.
Old Major does not participate in the Rebellion because he has died.

Ideologies and Symbols

Snowball destroys horse decorations (ribbons) because they represent human oppression.
Boxer and Clover are depicted as the most faithful followers of Animalism.
After exploring the farmhouse, the animals decide it should be preserved as a museum.

Rules and Changes

The milk and apples taken by the pigs mysteriously disappear after the Rebellion.
The seven commandments establish the foundational rules of Animalism, asserting equality among animals.
Boxer is noted as the hardest worker, constantly reciting "I will work harder" in tough times.

Reactions and Responses

Old Benjamin remains indifferent to the changes post-Rebellion.
Animal Farm's flag symbolizes their ideology, featuring a green backdrop with a white horn and hoof.
Snowball simplifies the 7 commandments into the maxim "Four legs good, two legs bad" for easier remembrance by the less educated animals.

Manipulation and Strategy

Squealer tells complaining animals that pigs need milk and apples for health, justifying their privileges.
Neighboring farmers speculate on how they might benefit from Jones's troubles.
News of the Rebellion is disseminated through pigeons.

Conflict and Consequences

Jones allies with farmers from Foxwood and Pinchfield in an attempt to reclaim the farm.
Snowball's strategic defense ideas stem from an old book on Julius Caesar's campaigns.
During an attack, Snowball is grazed by a bullet, and a sheep is killed.

Recognition and Aftermath

Boxer feels guilt for accidentally harming a boy during the battle.
Medals for bravery are awarded post-Battle of the Cowshed to Snowball, Boxer, and the deceased sheep.
Napoleon's absence during the battle raises questions about his leadership.

Transformation and Choices

The pigeons report seeing Mollie cozied up with a man, indicating her departure from Animal Farm.
Snowball advocates for a windmill, claiming it will enhance productivity and ease the animals' labor.

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This quiz covers the key concepts and characters from the first two chapters of 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell. You'll learn about Old Major's revolutionary ideas, the events leading to the animal rebellion, and the ideologies represented by various characters. Test your understanding of the symbols and principles that drive the story.