Questions and Answers
How does the farm prosper after Boxer's death?
The windmill was built, the farm was enlarged by two fields, better organized, with thrashing machinery, hay elevator, and new buildings.
What is the pigs' current work?
Supervise other animals and lay about.
What happens to Mr. Jones?
He died in an inebriates' - alcoholic - home.
Which other animals die in this chapter?
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What is the new commandment?
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What happens after Squealer and Napoleon walk on two legs?
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What is the agreement between Napoleon and Pilkington?
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What does Pilkington observe?
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Analyze Pilkington's speech.
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What occurred between Napoleon and Pilkington?
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What have the animals seen about the pigs through the window?
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What changes does Napoleon enforce after meeting with the humans?
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What is the new slogan that the sheep say and why?
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Who were the only animals to remember the old days with Mr. Jones?
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What was the windmill used for?
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What do the pigs carry in their trotters, resembling a power that man had over animals?
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Who made a toast to Animal Farm?
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Describe the work ethic and the appetite of the pigs and the dogs.
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How does Benjamin notice the change in the seven commandments?
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Why were humans invited into Animal Farm?
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Study Notes
Prosperity After Boxer's Death
- The windmill construction was completed, contributing significantly to productivity.
- Farm acreage increased by two fields, showcasing expansion.
- Improvements included organized thrashing machinery, a hay elevator, and new buildings.
Role of the Pigs
- Pigs transitioned to supervisory roles over other animals, largely avoiding physical labor.
Fate of Mr. Jones
- Mr. Jones died in an alcoholic home, highlighting the contrast with animal-led governance on the farm.
Deaths of Other Animals
- Several notable deaths occurred: Muriel, Jessie, Bluebell, and Pincher, symbolizing the toll of the regime.
New Commandment
- The commandment altered to "All Animals Are Equal But Some Are More Equal Than Others," indicating clear inequality.
Changes in the Pigs' Behavior
- Squealer and Napoleon began walking on two legs, adopting human traits like clothing, telephone use, and reading magazines.
Agreement with Pilkington
- An exchange with Pilkington revealed a shared disdain for lower classes and societal stratification, emphasizing a commonality.
Pilkington's Observations
- Pilkington noted that animals labored harder with less food, confirming the oppressive conditions of Animal Farm.
Analysis of Pilkington’s Speech
- Misinterpretations about the animals' plight led to humans realizing their previous misconceptions about Animal Farm.
- Humans praised the pigs, recognizing their discipline, while simultaneously oppressing the other animals.
Napoleon and Pilkington's Conflict
- Napoleon and Pilkington accused each other of cheating during a card game, demonstrating the lingering distrust between them.
Animals' Realization About Pigs
- Animals observed the pigs' increasingly human-like behavior, leading to feelings of rage and a desire for rebellion.
Post-Meeting Changes by Napoleon
- Key changes included the removal of the term "Comrade," discontinuation of homage to Old Major, and a return to the original name, Manor Farm.
New Sheep Slogan
- A slogan transformation occurred: from "Four legs good! Two legs bad!" to "Four legs good! Two legs better!" reflecting pigs’ desire for humanization.
Remembrance of the Old Days
- Clover, Benjamin, Moses, and a few pigs are the only ones remembering life under Mr. Jones, illustrating a fading collective memory.
Function of the Windmill
- The windmill was utilized for milling corn, generating profit for the farm.
Pigs' Symbolic Whips
- Pigs wielded whips, representing the oppressive power dynamics established on the farm, similar to human control over animals.
Toast to Animal Farm
- Mr. Pilkington made a toast to Animal Farm, signifying alliance and acknowledgment of the pigs’ power.
Pigs and Dogs' Work Ethic
- Pigs mainly supervised, while dogs received bonuses for protection, forming the ruling class.
- The appetite of these classes was notably large, reflecting their privileged status.
Commandments Change and Maxim
- The seven commandments were replaced by a single maxim that encapsulated the pigs’ betrayal and greed, solidifying their authoritarian rule.
Humans' Visit to Animal Farm
- Humans were drawn to Animal Farm, admiring its animals' ability to self-govern, leading to advancements in various societal aspects including technology and welfare.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 10 of 'Animal Farm' with these flashcards. Explore the aftermath of Boxer's death, the state of the farm, and the fate of Mr. Jones. This chapter reveals significant changes in the dynamics of the farm and the roles of the pigs.