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Where do the animals live?
Manor Farm in England.
Who owns the farm?
Mr. Jones.
Who is Old Major?
Old Major is Mr. Jones's old white prize boar.
What is Old Major's dream?
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How is life bad for the animals on the farm?
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What does Old Major suggest that the animals do?
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What is 'Beasts of England'?
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What sets the pigs apart from the other animals?
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What decision is reached about wild animals?
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What does Old Major caution the animals against if they successfully overthrow man?
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What happens to Old Major?
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Who leads the preparations for the rebellion?
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Who is Squealer?
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What is Animalism?
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Why don't the pigs like Moses?
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Why does Mollie seem concerned about Animalism?
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What prompts the rebellion?
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What have the pigs secretly learned to do?
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What are the Seven Commandments?
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What is different about this year's harvest?
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What does Boxer adopt as his motto?
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What do the animals do on Sundays?
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Do Snowball and Napoleon get along?
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Why don't any animals except pigs submit resolutions for debate?
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What does Snowball want to focus on at the farm?
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What does Napoleon want to focus on?
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What happens to Jessie's and Bluebell's puppies?
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What has been happening to the milk?
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What does Squealer explain about the milk and apples?
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How do Snowball and Napoleon send word of the rebellion to other animals?
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Who is Mr. Pilkington?
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Who is Mr. Frederick?
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What rumors spread about Animal Farm?
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What has Snowball been doing to prepare for Jones's return?
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How is Snowball injured?
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Why is Boxer upset after the battle?
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Where was Mollie during the battle?
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What do the animals name the battle?
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What awards do the animals create?
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What does Clover see Mollie doing?
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What happens to Mollie?
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What has changed about Sunday meetings?
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How are Napoleon and Snowball different?
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What is Snowball's big idea?
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Why does Napoleon oppose the windmill?
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What happens when Napoleon gives a whimper?
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How does Squealer justify Napoleon's behavior?
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What new maxim does Boxer adopt?
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What does Napoleon decide about the windmill?
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Why is it hard to build the windmill?
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What does Napoleon propose to deal with shortages on the farm?
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Who is Mr. Whymper?
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What happens to the commandment against trade?
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What does Squealer threaten might happen if the pigs are not allowed rest?
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Where do the pigs move to?
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What happens to the commandment against sleeping in a bed?
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What happens to the windmill when it is half finished?
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What is responsible for the destruction of the windmill, according to Napoleon?
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What evidence do the pigs provide to show that the windmill was deliberately sabotaged?
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What 'rumors' are spread about the windmill?
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How is the new windmill constructed differently?
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What happens when Mr. Whymper comes to visit?
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Why do the hens rebel?
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Why do the hens relent?
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What does Squealer announce about the Battle of Cowshed?
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What happens at the meeting in the yard?
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What happens when the dogs try to grab Boxer?
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What do the animals do after the meeting in the yard?
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Why does Squealer say 'Beasts of England' has been outlawed?
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What happens to the commandment about killing other animals?
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Why don't the animals dispute Squealer's claims about their quality of life?
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Why do the animals prefer Mr. Pilkington to Mr. Frederick?
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Why are the animals shocked when Napoleon sells the timber to Mr. Frederick?
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How does Mr. Frederick betray Napoleon?
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What happens the morning after Napoleon discovers Mr. Frederick's trick?
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Why don't the animals initially feel victorious after the battle?
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What is really wrong with Napoleon when the pigs report he is dying?
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What do the animals find when woken by a loud crash?
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What does the commandment against drinking alcohol now say?
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What is wrong with Boxer's hoof?
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Who fathered the new piglets?
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What new rules about the pigs are introduced?
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What is ironic about the 'Spontaneous Demonstrations'?
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What official change is made to the government of Animal Farm?
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What happens with Moses, the raven?
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Why is Benjamin upset when he sees the van taking Boxer away?
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Why can't Boxer escape from the van?
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How does Squealer explain the lettering on the van?
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How did the pigs afford the case of whiskey?
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What animals from the original rebellion are still on the farm?
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What happened with the windmill?
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What does Benjamin say about life on the farm now compared to life under Mr. Jones?
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What does Squealer do with the sheep?
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What do the pigs do that shocks the animals?
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What happens to the Seven Commandments?
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What does Mr. Pilkington say about Animal Farm?
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What does Napoleon change the name of the farm to?
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Why is it important that Napoleon and Mr. Pilkington both play the same card?
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What confuses the animals as they look through the window at the pigs and the humans?
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What happens to the milk from the cows?
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Study Notes
Manor Farm
- The setting is Manor Farm located in England, initially owned by Mr. Jones.
Old Major's Influence
- Old Major is a highly respected old prize boar, envisioning a world without humans.
- He warns animals against adopting human behaviors if they successfully revolt.
- Dies shortly after sharing his vision of rebellion.
Rebellion and Animalism
- Animals face harsh treatment from Mr. Jones, who overworks and steals their produce.
- Old Major's teachings inspire the formation of Animalism, promoting equality and rebellion.
- Rebellion is sparked when Mr. Jones neglects to feed the animals.
The Pigs’ Leadership
- Pigs, particularly Napoleon and Snowball, take charge of planning the rebellion and leading the farm.
- Squealer serves as the persuasive spokesperson for the pigs’ interests.
- Pigs demonstrate intelligence by learning to read and write.
Commandments and Moral Deterioration
- The original Seven Commandments are established to govern the farm's principles.
- Commandments later undergo alterations, reflecting the pigs' increasing corruption.
Conflict and Power Struggles
- Napoleon and Snowball have conflicting visions for the farm, leading to Snowball's expulsion.
- Napoleon uses intimidation tactics, including the deployment of ferocious dogs.
- Squealer manipulates language and perception, framing Napoleon as selfless.
The Windmill Project
- Snowball proposes building a windmill for electricity, facing opposition from Napoleon.
- After taking power, Napoleon claims the windmill idea as his own, further demonstrating hypocrisy.
Changes and Disillusionment
- Animals experience escalating hardship despite the supposed progress under pig leadership.
- Mollie's defection symbolizes the selfishness that contradicts the collective ideals of Animalism.
- Boxer’s unwavering loyalty reflects the tragic exploitation of the working class.
Betrayal and Decline
- Napoleon engages in trade with humans, contradicting Animal Farm’s founding principles.
- The execution of animals accused of treason illustrates the increasing violence and fear on the farm.
- Reality and perception blur, leading to confusion about the farm's leadership and its original ideals.
Final Transformation
- The pigs embrace human traits, culminating in walking on two legs and engaging in trade.
- The revolutionary song "Beasts of England" is banned, signifying a loss of revolutionary spirit.
- The farm's name reverts to Manor Farm, signaling a complete return to pre-revolutionary conditions.
Lasting Impact
- Only a few original animals remain, highlighting the loss of the revolutionary generation.
- The altered commandment “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others” epitomizes the betrayal of ideals.
- The final scene leaves animals confused, unable to distinguish between pigs and humans, symbolizing complete moral decay.
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