Animal Farm Chapter 10 Study Guide

Questions and Answers

How does the farm prosper after Boxer's death?

It was better organized; enlarged by two fields; windmill completed; had thrashing machine and hay elevator; new buildings.

What is the pigs' work now?

They are able to lay about and just supervise the older animals to work.

What happens to Mr. Jones?

He died from excess of drinking.

What is the new slogan learned by the sheep and why?

"Four legs good, two legs better." Squealer and Napoleon are walking on two legs. Signup and view all the answers

What are the new commandments?

All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others. Signup and view all the answers

What happens after Squealer and Napoleon walk on two legs?

Squealer and Napoleon are the only animals that begin wearing human clothes, reading magazines, and use the telephones. Signup and view all the answers

What is the agreement between Pilkington and Napoleon?

They have the same problem with their workers, "If you have your lower animals to contend with, we have our lower classes!" Signup and view all the answers

What does Pilkington observe?

Napoleon has the animals work harder on less food than any other group of farm animals. Signup and view all the answers

What are Napoleon's changes after meeting with the humans?

The animals will not have to call one another "comrade" or pay homage to Old Major, nor salute the flag, and the name of Animal Farm is now Manor Farm once again. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs between Napoleon and Pilkington?

While playing cards they accuse one another of cheating and a fight begins. Signup and view all the answers

What is seen as animals peer through the window?

They can't distinguish between humans and animals any longer. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Farm Prosperity Post-Boxer

After Boxer's death, the farm becomes more organized and expands by acquiring two additional fields.
Key advancements include the completion of the windmill, installation of a thrashing machine, and a hay elevator.
New buildings are constructed, indicating growth and enhanced productivity.

Pigs' Responsibilities

The pigs shift from active labor to a supervisory role, allowing them to relax while older animals handle the work.

Fate of Mr. Jones

Mr. Jones dies due to excessive drinking, highlighting the decline of the human influence on the farm.

New Slogan and Its Implications

The sheep learn a new slogan: "Four legs good, two legs better," reflecting the pigs' adoption of human traits, such as walking on two legs.

Commandments Changes

The revised commandment states: "All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others," illustrating the pigs' betrayal of the original revolutionary principles.

Human Traits Adopted by Pigs

Squealer and Napoleon adopt human behaviors, starting to wear clothes, read magazines, and use telephones, blurring the lines between animalism and humanism.

Agreement Between Pilkington and Napoleon

Pilkington and Napoleon share a common issue of managing lower-class figures, implying a solidarity in their oppressiveness.

Pilkington's Observation

Pilkington notices that Napoleon's animals labor harder for less food compared to other farms, emphasizing the exploitation of the animals.

Changes Following Humans' Meeting

After meeting, Napoleon abolishes the requirement to address each other as "comrade," discards Old Major's homage, and reinstates the farm's original name, Manor Farm.

Conflict During Card Game

A conflict arises during a card game between Napoleon and Pilkington as both accuse each other of cheating, symbolizing the hostility that persists beneath the surface.

Animals' Realization

As the animals peer through the window, they are unable to differentiate between humans and pigs, indicating the complete transformation and moral decay of the farm.

Description

Explore the final chapter of George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' with this study guide. These flashcards cover key events and character developments that illustrate the farm's transformation after Boxer's death. Test your understanding of the motifs and outcomes that shape the conclusion of this impactful allegory.