Questions and Answers
How do the other animals feel about Old Major?
They respect and listen to him.
Why does Old Major feel it is important to give his speech that night in Chapter 1?
Because he feels that he won't be with the animals for much longer so he must pass his knowledge on.
What does Old Major want to do with the context of his speech?
He wants it to be passed on from generation to generation.
What does Old Major say is the result of being enslaved by mankind?
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To Old Major, who is the only creature who consumes without producing?
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What happens to the rest of the animals after Old Major's speech?
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Why do the farm animals continue to believe in Old Major's message?
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Who begins to organize the revolution in Chapter 2?
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What talents does Squealer display that will be woeful during the revolution?
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Which animal is favored by Mr. Jones over all of the other animals? Why?
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What are the Seven Commandments of Animalism?
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Why do you think the animals dislike alcohol?
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In Chapter 3, what is the reward of the hard work completed by the animals?
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Why didn't the pigs do any work in Chapter 3?
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How do the animals react to Animalism after they have the greatest harvest ever?
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What do the animals do on Sundays, according to Chapter 3?
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What happens to animals who are unable to learn the Seven Commandments?
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What happened to the missing milk in Chapter 3?
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Who emerges as the true leader of the farm by Chapter 4?
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What does Snowball proclaim is the only good human?
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What could be considered as increasing the tension between Napoleon and Snowball in Chapter 4?
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What do the local farmers do regarding the Animal Farm in Chapter 4?
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What is the goal of the farmers in Chapter 4?
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What does Mollie deny to Clover?
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What do you think happened to Mollie?
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What happens between Napoleon and Snowball in Chapter 5?
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What do the arguments between Napoleon and Snowball cause?
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From where do the nine dogs who drive Snowball from the farm come?
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Who is left totally in charge of the farm at the end of Chapter 5?
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By Chapter 6, what types of materials do the animals begin to not have enough of to sustain the farm?
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What about trading with Mr. Whymper is a source of pride for the animals on the farm?
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What do the animals despise about trading with Mr. Whymper?
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When the animals look at the Seven Commandments about sleeping in a bed, what do they find?
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What is the reason that Squealer says it is important the animals sleep in the farmhouse?
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Why do the animals begin to have some doubts about Napoleon and the things he is doing by Chapter 6?
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Why does the moral begin to slide at Animal Farm in Chapter 7?
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What may happen to many of the animals on the farm in the winter if Napoleon does not find something to trade?
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Why do the hens protest Napoleon's orders in Chapter 7?
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In Chapter 7, what does Napoleon order in regards to Snowball?
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How does Squealer portray Snowball in Chapter 7?
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Why do you think Napoleon forces some of the animals to confess to treasonous acts?
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Why are the animals changing the Commandment?
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On Sundays, what announcement does Squealer make?
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What happens to Napoleon in Chapter 8?
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What does Napoleon arrange upon the completion of the windmill in Chapter 8?
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What do the animals do when Frederick and his fifteen men attack?
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How do the pigs celebrate the victory over Frederick and his fifteen men?
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Mr. Jones is ____?
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Old Major is ____?
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Bluebell is ____?
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Jessie is ____?
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Pincher is ____?
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Boxer is ____?
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Clover is ____?
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Muriel is ____?
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Benjamin is ____?
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Mollie is ____?
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Napoleon is ____?
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Snowball is ____?
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Squealer is ____?
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Moses is ____?
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Mr. Pilkington is ____?
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Mr. Frederick is ____?
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Mr. Jones is ____?
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What does Clover encourage Boxer to do?
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What prevents Boxer from following Clover's advice in Chapter 9?
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Why must the hens increase their production in Chapter 9?
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What does Napoleon declare Animal Farm to be in Chapter 9?
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What does Napoleon do to Boxer in Chapter 9?
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What does Boxer do as his hoof heals?
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By Chapter 10, what has happened to many of the animals who remember life before there was a revolution?
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What do the animals continue to feel proud about in Chapter 10?
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What does the only Commandment left at the end of the novel state?
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Why do the pigs invite the neighboring farmers over in Chapter 10?
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How many of the original Seven Commandments were broken throughout the novel?
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What is one thing Squealer invents to keep the animals busy and content?
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Study Notes
Old Major's Influence
- Old Major is highly respected by the other animals, who actively listen to him and value his insights.
- His speech is significant as he believes his time is limited and feels compelled to pass on his wisdom.
- He intends for his message to be a lasting legacy, benefiting future generations.
Message on Enslavement
- Old Major highlights that humans enslave animals, leading to a life devoid of freedom and eventual slaughter.
- He identifies man as the only being that consumes without producing, illustrating the exploitative nature of humanity.
Aftermath of Old Major’s Speech
- The animals are filled with excitement after his address, fostering hope for a brighter future.
- The pigs emerge as leaders organizing the revolution, with Squealer exhibiting persuasive skills to rally support.
Commandments of Animalism
- The Seven Commandments are established to guide animal behavior and ensure equality, emphasizing that all beings who walk on two legs are enemies.
- Animals express disdain for alcohol due to its association with human cruelty, and they support the idea of not engaging in human-like actions.
Leadership and Tensions
- Snowball becomes a prominent leader, asserting that a good human is a dead one, while growing tension exists between him and Napoleon.
- Local farmers conspire to undermine Animal Farm, leading to attempts to reclaim it.
Conflict and Betrayal
- Napoleon and Snowball's disagreements create factions among the animals.
- The dogs, raised by Napoleon, expel Snowball, consolidating Napoleon's control over the farm.
- As challenges arise, Squealer adjusts the Seven Commandments to justify the pigs' actions, showcasing manipulation.
Economic Struggles
- The animals face resource shortages, necessitating trade with humans, which they initially take pride in but struggle with ethically.
- The farm's conditions deteriorate as food supplies dwindle, leading to discontent and suffering among the animals.
The Downfall of Boxer
- Boxer, driven by loyalty, works tirelessly, ultimately being betrayed by Napoleon, who sells him to a knacker, underscoring the exploitation of the hardworking animals.
Lasting Changes and Disillusionment
- As time progresses, many original revolutionary figures die, leaving the new generation uncertain and proud despite declining conditions.
- By the end of the novel, the sole remaining commandment reflects the erosion of equality, stating "All Animals Are Equal, But Some Animals Are More Equal Than Others," highlighting the ultimate betrayal of the initial revolutionary ideals.
Celebrating Hypocrisy
- The pigs continue to blur the lines between human and animal behaviors, even inviting human farmers to display their superiority, ultimately breaking all original commandments.
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