Animal Farm Flashcards - All Chapters

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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?

A world where man has disappeared. Signup and view all the answers

How is life bad for the animals on the farm?

Mr. Jones works the animals hard and steals the products of their labor. Signup and view all the answers

What does Old Major suggest that the animals do?

Rebel against their human masters. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Beasts of England'?

'Beasts of England' is a song that Old Major learned in childhood. Signup and view all the answers

What sets the pigs apart from the other animals?

The pigs are the most intelligent of the farm animals. Signup and view all the answers

What decision is reached about wild animals?

Wild animals should be considered 'comrades.' Signup and view all the answers

What does Old Major caution the animals against if they successfully overthrow man?

Not to adopt the habits of man. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Old Major?

Old Major dies three days after his speech. Signup and view all the answers

Who leads the preparations for the rebellion?

The pigs, especially Napoleon and Snowball. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Squealer?

Squealer is a very persuasive pig. Signup and view all the answers

What is Animalism?

A theory derived from Old Major's speech. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't the pigs like Moses?

His talk of Sugarcandy Mountain distracts the animals from rebellion. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mollie seem concerned about Animalism?

She worries about losing her hair ribbons and lump sugar. Signup and view all the answers

What prompts the rebellion?

Farmer Jones neglects to feed the animals for over twenty-four hours. Signup and view all the answers

What have the pigs secretly learned to do?

They have taught themselves to read and write. Signup and view all the answers

What are the Seven Commandments?

<ol> <li>Whatever goes upon two legs is an enemy. 2. Whatever goes upon four legs, or has wings, is a friend. 3. No animal shall wear clothes. 4. No animal shall sleep in a bed. 5. No animal shall drink alcohol. 6. No animal shall kill any other animal. 7. All animals are equal.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is different about this year's harvest?

The animals have the largest harvest yet and finish it faster. Signup and view all the answers

What does Boxer adopt as his motto?

'I will work harder!' Signup and view all the answers

What do the animals do on Sundays?

They hold farm-wide meetings to debate and vote on new resolutions. Signup and view all the answers

Do Snowball and Napoleon get along?

No, they disagree on almost everything. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't any animals except pigs submit resolutions for debate?

Only pigs are smart enough to come up with new resolutions. Signup and view all the answers

What does Snowball want to focus on at the farm?

Educating the animals and putting them into committees. Signup and view all the answers

What does Napoleon want to focus on?

The education of the young. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Jessie's and Bluebell's puppies?

Napoleon takes them to a secret loft. Signup and view all the answers

What has been happening to the milk?

The milk is being mixed in with the pigs' mash. Signup and view all the answers

What does Squealer explain about the milk and apples?

The pigs need them for vitamins to be the brainworkers of the farm. Signup and view all the answers

How do Snowball and Napoleon send word of the rebellion to other animals?

They send out pigeons to other farms. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr. Pilkington?

An easygoing farmer who owns neighboring Foxwood Farm. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr. Frederick?

The owner of Pinchfield Farm known for being tough and shrewd. Signup and view all the answers

What rumors spread about Animal Farm?

That the animals are starving and practicing cannibalism and torture. Signup and view all the answers

What has Snowball been doing to prepare for Jones's return?

He has been studying the battle tactics of Julius Caesar. Signup and view all the answers

How is Snowball injured?

A shot grazes his back as he charges Mr. Jones. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Boxer upset after the battle?

He feels guilty after kicking a young farmhand, thinking he killed him. Signup and view all the answers

Where was Mollie during the battle?

She fled when she heard the guns go off. Signup and view all the answers

What do the animals name the battle?

'Battle of Cowshed.' Signup and view all the answers

What awards do the animals create?

'Animal Hero, First Class' and 'Animal Hero, Second Class.' Signup and view all the answers

What does Clover see Mollie doing?

Allowing a farmhand to pet her nose over the hedge. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Mollie?

She runs away and is taken in by a pub owner. Signup and view all the answers

What has changed about Sunday meetings?

Only pigs can suggest resolutions at the meetings. Signup and view all the answers

How are Napoleon and Snowball different?

Snowball is an effective orator, while Napoleon gains support behind the scenes. Signup and view all the answers

What is Snowball's big idea?

To build a windmill to supply electricity to the farm. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Napoleon oppose the windmill?

He claims it will cause starvation if animals focus on building it. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Napoleon gives a whimper?

Nine ferocious dogs appear and chase Snowball away. Signup and view all the answers

How does Squealer justify Napoleon's behavior?

He claims it is selfless leadership. Signup and view all the answers

What new maxim does Boxer adopt?

'Napoleon is always right.' Signup and view all the answers

What does Napoleon decide about the windmill?

He supports the windmill after taking power, claiming it was his idea. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it hard to build the windmill?

The stones are far away and must be broken into manageable pieces. Signup and view all the answers

What does Napoleon propose to deal with shortages on the farm?

To sell some of the farm's seasoned timber and possibly some eggs. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr. Whymper?

Hired as Napoleon's human contact for business. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the commandment against trade?

Squealer convinces the animals there was never a written prohibition. Signup and view all the answers

What does Squealer threaten might happen if the pigs are not allowed rest?

Mr. Jones might return. Signup and view all the answers

Where do the pigs move to?

The farmhouse. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the commandment against sleeping in a bed?

It is modified to prohibit 'sleeping in a bed with sheets.' Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the windmill when it is half finished?

It falls over in a windstorm. Signup and view all the answers

What is responsible for the destruction of the windmill, according to Napoleon?

Snowball is blamed for its failure. Signup and view all the answers

What evidence do the pigs provide to show that the windmill was deliberately sabotaged?

Tracks of a pig near the ruined windmill. Signup and view all the answers

What 'rumors' are spread about the windmill?

Its walls were too thin, causing it to collapse. Signup and view all the answers

How is the new windmill constructed differently?

The walls are three feet thick. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Mr. Whymper comes to visit?

Animals lie about ration increases and make empty barrels appear full. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the hens rebel?

Napoleon announces he will be selling their eggs. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the hens relent?

Napoleon stops their rations and nine hens die. Signup and view all the answers

What does Squealer announce about the Battle of Cowshed?

Snowball was actually in league with Mr. Jones. Signup and view all the answers

What happens at the meeting in the yard?

Several animals confess to traitorous acts and are executed. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the dogs try to grab Boxer?

Boxer easily defends himself and pins one down. Signup and view all the answers

What do the animals do after the meeting in the yard?

They huddle together and sadly sing 'Beasts of England.' Signup and view all the answers

Why does Squealer say 'Beasts of England' has been outlawed?

'Beasts of England' is no longer needed since the revolution is complete. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the commandment about killing other animals?

The words 'without cause' are added to justify executions. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't the animals dispute Squealer's claims about their quality of life?

They have begun to forget what life was like under Mr. Jones. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the animals prefer Mr. Pilkington to Mr. Frederick?

They have heard terrible rumors about Mr. Frederick's cruelty. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the animals shocked when Napoleon sells the timber to Mr. Frederick?

They thought he would sell to Mr. Pilkington instead. Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Frederick betray Napoleon?

He pays in forgeries rather than real money. Signup and view all the answers

What happens the morning after Napoleon discovers Mr. Frederick's trick?

Mr. Frederick and his men blow up the windmill. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't the animals initially feel victorious after the battle?

They are too depressed by losses to feel excited. Signup and view all the answers

What is really wrong with Napoleon when the pigs report he is dying?

He is just hungover. Signup and view all the answers

What do the animals find when woken by a loud crash?

They find Squealer sprawled on the ground with a ladder and paint. Signup and view all the answers

What does the commandment against drinking alcohol now say?

It now has the words 'to excess' added. Signup and view all the answers

What is wrong with Boxer's hoof?

Boxer's hoof is split. Signup and view all the answers

Who fathered the new piglets?

Napoleon. Signup and view all the answers

What new rules about the pigs are introduced?

They are allowed to wear ribbons on Sundays. Signup and view all the answers

What is ironic about the 'Spontaneous Demonstrations'?

They are planned and therefore not spontaneous. Signup and view all the answers

What official change is made to the government of Animal Farm?

It is declared a republic with Napoleon as president. Signup and view all the answers

What happens with Moses, the raven?

Moses is allowed to return and continues his tales. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Benjamin upset when he sees the van taking Boxer away?

He knows Boxer is being taken to the knacker. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Boxer escape from the van?

He is too weak. Signup and view all the answers

How does Squealer explain the lettering on the van?

He claims the veterinarian had not repainted it. Signup and view all the answers

How did the pigs afford the case of whiskey?

It is implied they bought it with money from selling Boxer. Signup and view all the answers

What animals from the original rebellion are still on the farm?

Clover, Benjamin, Moses, and several pigs. Signup and view all the answers

What happened with the windmill?

It was finished but not used for electricity; a second is under construction. Signup and view all the answers

What does Benjamin say about life on the farm now compared to life under Mr. Jones?

Life is no better or worse than it has always been. Signup and view all the answers

What does Squealer do with the sheep?

He teaches them a new slogan. Signup and view all the answers

What do the pigs do that shocks the animals?

They learn to walk on two legs. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the Seven Commandments?

They are replaced with 'ALL ANIMALS ARE EQUAL BUT SOME ANIMALS ARE MORE EQUAL THAN OTHERS.' Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Pilkington say about Animal Farm?

He compliments Napoleon on his management of the animals. Signup and view all the answers

What does Napoleon change the name of the farm to?

Manor Farm. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important that Napoleon and Mr. Pilkington both play the same card?

It suggests that one of them is cheating. Signup and view all the answers

What confuses the animals as they look through the window at the pigs and the humans?

They cannot tell who is a pig and who is a human. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the milk from the cows?

It is implied that Napoleon stole the milk. Signup and view all the answers

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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