Animal Farm Flashcards 3-4

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Questions and Answers

Describe the color and design of the Animal Farm flag.

The Animal Farm flag is green with a hoof and a horn. The green represents the fields of England, while the hoof and horn signify the future Republic of the Animals.

What is the anthem of Animal Farm called?

Beast of England

What phrase sums up all of Animalism that the lower animals are taught?

Four legs good, two legs bad.

Describe how successful Boxer is at learning to read and write.

Boxer struggles with learning and only knows the first four letters of the alphabet: A, B, C, and D. Signup and view all the answers

What is the only thing Mollie wants to learn?

Mollie learns how to spell and write her name, and she enjoys spelling it with flowers. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the milk and apples?

The pigs take the milk and apples for themselves. Signup and view all the answers

How do the pigs explain where the apples and milk went?

They send Squealer to speak with the animals about it. Signup and view all the answers

What argument do the pigs use about the milk and apples?

Squealer claims that the pigs must eat the milk and apples for their health because science says it will make them smarter. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Jessie's puppies?

Napoleon takes Jessie's 9 puppies for special education to train them as loyal followers. Signup and view all the answers

What is Napoleon's action with Jessie’s puppies comparable to in a dictatorship?

It is comparable to the creation of a secret police force. Signup and view all the answers

Name the two neighboring farms and their respective farmers.

Mr. Frederick owns Pinchfield Farm and Mr. Pilkington owns Foxwood Farm. Signup and view all the answers

Who leads the animal attack during the Battle of the Cowshed?

Snowball leads the attack against the farmers. Signup and view all the answers

Which animal is not present in the attack?

Mollie hides in her stable during the entire attack. Signup and view all the answers

What is Boxer upset about at the end of the Battle of the Cowshed?

Boxer is upset because he thinks he killed the stable boy and does not want to kill anyone, even a human. Signup and view all the answers

What does Snowball tell Boxer to make him feel better?

Snowball tells Boxer that the only good human is a dead one. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Animal Farm: Key Concepts and Events

The Animal Farm flag is green with a hoof and a horn, representing the fields of England and the hope for a Republic of Animals after overthrowing humans, similar to the Soviet hammer and sickle emblem.
The anthem of Animal Farm is called "Beast of England," symbolizing the animals' aspirations and unity.
The phrase summarizing Animalism taught to the lower animals is "Four legs good, two legs baaaaaad," highlighting a simplistic understanding of their ideology.
Boxer's learning experience is challenging; he manages to learn only the first four letters of the alphabet, struggling to progress and forgetting prior lessons when trying to advance.
Mollie's focus in learning is solely on how to spell and write her name, finding joy in decorating it with flowers, reflecting her superficial interests.
The pigs take the milk and apples for themselves, asserting their superior needs over other animals as they claim these food items are essential for their leadership.
Squealer is sent to explain the consumption of milk and apples, justifying it with a false premise that it’s necessary for the pigs' intelligence and leadership role.
The pigs claim that they need to eat better to prevent Mr. Jones from returning, using "SCIENCE" as a rationale for their privileges.
Napoleon seizes control of Jessie's nine puppies for special education, indicating his belief in elite education and the need for loyalty among chosen followers.
Napoleon's action with the puppies parallels dictatorial regimes utilizing secret police to maintain power and control over society.
The neighboring farms are Pinchfield Farm owned by Mr. Frederick (with allegorical ties to Hitler) and Foxwood Farm owned by Mr. Pilkington (representing Winston Churchill and the UK).
Snowball leads the animal attack against the humans during the Battle of the Cowshed, while Napoleon takes a more passive role, shouting orders from the rear.
Mollie avoids the battle entirely by hiding in her stable, showcasing her lack of commitment to the revolutionary cause.
After the battle, Boxer feels guilt over potentially killing a stable boy, representing his moral conflict and reluctance to harm others, even enemies.
To comfort Boxer, Snowball assures him that the only good human is a dead one, rationalizing their violent struggle against humanity.

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Test your knowledge of key symbols and themes in 'Animal Farm' with these flashcards. You'll explore the significance of the flag and the anthem, alongside other pivotal elements of the story. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of George Orwell's classic.