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Explain why the food situation is the way it is currently on Animal Farm.
Explain why the food situation is the way it is currently on Animal Farm.
There was a food shortage on the farm because they did not harvest enough crops.
How do the animals trick Mr. Whymper? Why do they do this?
How do the animals trick Mr. Whymper? Why do they do this?
The animals pretend to be full when Mr. Whymper walks by and put sand in the grain bags to make them appear full.
Why does Napoleon order that the hens' eggs must be sold?
Why does Napoleon order that the hens' eggs must be sold?
Napoleon needed to trade with the humans to acquire necessary supplies.
How do the hens rebel against Napoleon?
How do the hens rebel against Napoleon?
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How does Napoleon react when the hens rebel against his orders?
How does Napoleon react when the hens rebel against his orders?
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Why does Napoleon revive the threat of sabotage by Snowball?
Why does Napoleon revive the threat of sabotage by Snowball?
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Explain why Boxer is challenging what Squealer is telling him.
Explain why Boxer is challenging what Squealer is telling him.
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Besides Snowball, which animals were considered traitors and what had they done?
Besides Snowball, which animals were considered traitors and what had they done?
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Why does Napoleon execute the traitors? What does that do for his leadership?
Why does Napoleon execute the traitors? What does that do for his leadership?
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Explain why the three dogs attacked Boxer.
Explain why the three dogs attacked Boxer.
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Why does Napoleon order the animals to stop singing 'Beasts of England'?
Why does Napoleon order the animals to stop singing 'Beasts of England'?
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What commandments have been broken in this chapter?
What commandments have been broken in this chapter?
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Study Notes
Food Shortage
- Food shortage results from insufficient crop harvesting on Animal Farm.
Deception of Mr. Whymper
- Animals feign abundance to mislead Mr. Whymper into believing they are thriving.
- They fill grain bags with sand and place actual grains on top to create an illusion of fullness.
Selling Eggs
- Napoleon mandates the sale of hens' eggs to trade with humans for essential supplies.
Hens' Rebellion
- Hens protest by laying eggs from the rafters, preferring to break them than surrender them to Napoleon.
Napoleon's Reaction to Rebellion
- Napoleon threatens death to any animal aiding the hens during their rebellion.
- As a consequence, nine hens die, and Napoleon falsely claims a disease is to blame.
Snowball as a Scapegoat
- Napoleon revives accusations of sabotage by Snowball as a fear tactic to control the animals.
Boxer's Doubts
- Boxer recalls Snowball's contributions during the Battle of the Cowshed, challenging Squealer's narrative.
Confessions of "Traitors"
- Four pigs confess supposed collusion with Snowball regarding the windmill’s destruction.
- Three hens claim Snowball appeared in their dreams, prompting disobedience.
- A goose admits to stealing corn, while a sheep confesses to minor misdeeds.
Executions to Maintain Control
- Napoleon executes alleged traitors to instill fear and discourage dissent among the animals.
- The brutality serves as a warning against rebellion and reinforces Napoleon's authoritarian rule.
Attack on Boxer
- Napoleon's dogs attack Boxer to suppress dissent and intimidate other animals from questioning authority.
Ban on "Beasts of England"
- Napoleon prohibits the song "Beasts of England," claiming its themes are obsolete, aiming to prevent incitement to rebellion.
Broken Commandments
- The chapter highlights infringements of the commandments: equality among animals, prohibition of clothing, and the ban on killing fellow animals.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 7 from 'Animal Farm' with these flashcards. Explore key events, themes, and character motivations as you delve into the challenges faced by the animals in their quest for a better life. Perfect for students and fans of George Orwell's classic.
