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Study Notes
Chapter 1: Old Major's Speech
- Old Major, an elderly boar, calls for a meeting to share his vision of a rebellion against human oppression.
- He introduces the idea of Animalism, emphasizing equality and shared ownership among animals.
- Motivating speech highlighting the sufferings of animals under human control.
Chapter 2: Rebellion
- Inspired by Old Major’s ideas, the animals band together to overthrow Mr. Jones.
- Successful uprising leads to the establishment of Animal Farm, a symbol of hope and change.
- The principles of Animalism are officially adopted, with the Seven Commandments written.
Chapter 3: All About the Pigs
- Pigs take leadership roles, claiming they are the most intelligent.
- Establishment of the privileges of the pigs, who oversee farm management and decisions.
- Introduction of the idea of equality, yet favoritism towards pigs begins to emerge.
Chapter 4: Battle of the Cowshed
- Humans attempt to retake the farm, resulting in the Battle of the Cowshed.
- The animals, led by Snowball, successfully defend Animal Farm.
- This battle reinforces their unity and commitment to the rebellion’s ideals.
Chapter 5: Snowball's Expulsion
- Tension rises between Snowball and Napoleon, leading to a power struggle.
- Snowball is expelled by Napoleon’s dogs, marking the beginning of a dictatorship.
- Revision of history as Napoleon portrays Snowball as a traitor.
Chapter 6: Windmill Brainwashing
- The construction of the windmill, representing progress, becomes a major focus.
- Napoleon uses propaganda to maintain control and manipulate other animals’ views.
- Increased labor and sacrifices demanded from the animals, justified by the promise of the windmill's benefits.
Chapter 7: Rebellion and Slaughtering of the Animals
- Repression increases as Napoleon eliminates dissent; animals confess to false crimes.
- The hens protest against egg production demands, leading to brutal crackdowns.
- The principles of Animalism are increasingly corrupted as fear and violence take hold.
Chapter 8: Battle of the Windmill
- A second attack from humans results in the destruction of the windmill.
- The battle signifies the hardening of Napoleon’s regime, as propaganda shifts to glorify the pigs’ leadership.
- Animals face harsh conditions, but loyalty is manipulated through fear and the memory of past victories.
Chapter 9: Boxer's Cruel Death
- Boxer, the hardworking horse, sustains injuries but remains loyal until the end.
- His tragic fate reveals the betrayal of the working class as he is sold to a glue factory.
- This moment underlines the disillusionment of the animals with their leaders.
Chapter 10: Animal Farm Becomes Manor Farm
- The transformation of Animal Farm into Manor Farm signifies total betrayal of the original revolution.
- Pigs begin to adopt human traits, including walking on two legs and wielding whips.
- Final blurring of lines between animals and humans, demonstrating the cyclical nature of power and oppression.
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