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What is the main theme of Animal Farm?
What is the main theme of Animal Farm?
Who is the well-respected boar that shares his dream in Chapter One?
Who is the well-respected boar that shares his dream in Chapter One?
Old Major
What idea do the pigs teach after Old Major's death?
What idea do the pigs teach after Old Major's death?
Animalism
What simplified version of the Seven Commandments does Snowball create?
What simplified version of the Seven Commandments does Snowball create?
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Mr. Jones is portrayed as a benevolent farmer.
Mr. Jones is portrayed as a benevolent farmer.
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What occurs when Mr. Jones attempts to reclaim Manor Farm?
What occurs when Mr. Jones attempts to reclaim Manor Farm?
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The windmill represents __________ in the story.
The windmill represents __________ in the story.
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Who is chased off the farm by Napoleon's dogs?
Who is chased off the farm by Napoleon's dogs?
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Boxer is celebrated as a hero throughout the story.
Boxer is celebrated as a hero throughout the story.
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What ultimately happens to Boxer at the end of the story?
What ultimately happens to Boxer at the end of the story?
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What does Napoleon rename Animal Farm?
What does Napoleon rename Animal Farm?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Animal Farm is an allegorical novel by George Orwell, reflecting the 1917 Russian Revolution.
- Revolves around farm animals rebelling against human owners to create a utopian society.
Chapter One Summary
- Mr. Jones is an alcoholic who owns Manor Farm.
- The animals gather to listen to Old Major, a respected boar, discuss a dream about rebellion against humans.
- Old Major claims humans exploit animals and encourages them to unite against their oppressors, teaching them a revolutionary song.
Chapter Two Summary
- Old Major dies, and the pigs develop the philosophy of Animalism.
- The animals are driven by hunger to raid the store-shed after neglect from Mr. Jones.
- Upon Mr. Jones' return, he and his men are chased away by the animals, leading to the establishment of "The Seven Commandments."
Chapter Three Summary
- The animals, led by Boxer, work hard to achieve a bountiful harvest.
- Snowball simplifies "The Seven Commandments" to "Four legs good, two legs bad" for better understanding.
- Napoleon seizes the puppies for ulterior motives.
Chapter Four Summary
- Snowball and Napoleon spread news of their rebellion to neighboring farms.
- Mr. Jones attempts to reclaim Manor Farm with other farmers but is defeated in the Battle of the Cowshed, where Snowball and Boxer show bravery.
- The animals are awarded medals for their defense.
Chapter Five Summary
- Mollie disappears after being confronted about her laziness, leading to suspicions among the animals.
- Rivalry escalates between Snowball and Napoleon over the windmill project.
- Nine dogs expel Snowball, and Napoleon claims the idea of the windmill was originally his.
Chapter Six Summary
- Animals toil intensely to prepare for winter, but a storm destroys the nearly finished windmill.
- Napoleon blames Snowball for the disaster, asserting that rebuilding efforts will immediately commence.
Chapter Seven Summary
- Food shortages lead Napoleon to negotiate a deal with Mr. Whymper involving eggs in exchange for grain.
- Pigs and animals perceived to be linked to Snowball are executed, consolidating Napoleon's power.
- The song "Beasts of England" is abandoned post-rebellion.
Chapter Eight Summary
- Napoleon rarely appears in public and solidifies his leadership position.
- Hens are executed for supposed conspiracies against Napoleon.
- Frederick attacks Animal Farm, destroying the windmill and injuring Boxer.
Chapter Nine Summary
- Napoleon is declared President by unanimous vote.
- Boxer suffers a collapse due to lung issues; a van arrives, believed to transport him to a hospital.
- The van is revealed to belong to a horse slaughterer, contradicting Squealer's claims about Boxer's fate.
Chapter Ten Summary
- Years pass, and only a few original animals survive, including Clover, Benjamin, Moses, and many pigs.
- Animal Farm thrives economically, but traditional roles remain disrupted.
- The farm is renamed Manor Farm, signaling a return to its oppressive roots; pigs become indistinguishable from humans.
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Description
This quiz covers the key events and themes from the first three chapters of George Orwell's 'Animal Farm'. It explores important characters, their motivations, and the foundational principles of Animalism introduced in the early chapters. Review your understanding of rebellion and social structure as depicted in this allegorical tale.
