Animal Farm Chapter 4 Flashcards

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Who was sent out to tell the story of the rebellion?

Flights of pigeons.

What two farms were beside Animal Farm?

Foxwood and Pinchfield.

What time of year did the first battle take place?

Early October.

What book did Snowball study in preparing the farm's defenses?

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

Who was killed?

A sheep. Signup and view all the answers

What animal was wounded?

Snowball. Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the humans was injured?

Stable lad from Foxwood Farm. Signup and view all the answers

What two military decorations were created?

Medals that said, 'Animal Hero, First class' and 'Animal Hero, Second class.' Signup and view all the answers

What did the battle become known as?

'The Battle of the Cowshed.' Signup and view all the answers

What was set up at the foot of the flagstaff?

The gun. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Mr. Jones after the Rebellion?

Spent most of his time sitting in the taproom at the Red Lion in Willingdon. Signup and view all the answers

Compare and contrast the two farms, Foxwood and Pinchfield and their owners.

Foxwood: large and neglected, its owner Mr. Pilkington was easygoing. Pinchfield: smaller and better kept, its owner Mr. Frederick was tough and shrewd. Signup and view all the answers

How do the animals win the Battle of the Cowshed? Give specific examples.

<ol> <li>Snowball launched first attack. 2. All 35 pigeons flew to and fro over men's heads and dropped their dung. 3. Geese pecked at the men's calves and men drove them off with their sticks. 4. Muriel, Benjamin and all the sheep rushed forward and prodded and butted the men from every side. 5. 3 cows, rest of pigs, ran to cut them off. 6. Jones shot Snowball in the back, the sheep dropped dead. 7. Jones flung into a pile of dung. 8. Boxer reared up and kicked the stable boy. 9. Cat joined in and clawed the cowman. 10. Men made a bolt for the main road.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Describe how the neighboring people perceive Animal Farm.

Frightened by the rebellion and anxious to prevent their own animals from doing it. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tractable' mean?

Easy to control or influence. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ignominious' mean?

Deserving or causing public disgrace or shame. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'impromptu' mean?

Done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'parasitical' mean?

Living as a parasite, feeding off another. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rebellion and Communication

Flights of pigeons were dispatched to spread the news of the rebellion.

Geographic Context

Animal Farm is bordered by Foxwood and Pinchfield farms.

Battle Timeline

The first battle occurred in early October.

Military Strategy

Snowball referenced an ancient book of Julius Caesar's campaigns to devise the farm's defense tactics.

Casualties and Injuries

A sheep was killed during the conflict.
Snowball sustained wounds in the battle.

Human Involvement

A stable lad from Foxwood Farm was injured in the skirmish.

Military Honors

Two medals were created: "Animal Hero, First Class" and "Animal Hero, Second Class."

Battle Name

The confrontation was later termed "The Battle of the Cowshed," named after the location of the ambush.

Symbol of Resistance

A gun was positioned at the foot of the flagstaff as a symbol of their victory.

Aftermath for Mr. Jones

Post-rebellion, Mr. Jones spent his time idle at the Red Lion pub in Willingdon.

Farm Comparison

Foxwood: large but neglected; owned by easy-going Mr. Pilkington.
Pinchfield: smaller, well-kept; owned by tough and shrewd Mr. Frederick.

Battle of the Cowshed Tactics

Snowball initiated the first attack.
Pigeons distracted men by flying overhead and dropping dung.
Geese attacked the men by pecking at their calves.
Animals collaborated; Muriel, Benjamin, and sheep pushed back men while Boxer kicked a stable boy.
Despite snowball getting shot, the animals strategically chased the humans away.

Neighboring Farms' Reaction

Neighboring farmers were frightened by the rebellion and were eager to prevent similar uprisings among their own animals.

Vocabulary

Tractable: Describes animals that are easy to control or influence.
Ignominious: Relates to actions deserving public disgrace or shame.
Impromptu: Refers to actions done spontaneously without prior planning.
Parasitical: Indicates living off another, akin to a parasite.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 4 from George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' with these informative flashcards. This chapter includes significant events such as the role of pigeons in the rebellion and the first battle's timeline. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the storyline and characters.