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What is the name of the song that symbolizes the revolution on Animal Farm?
What is the name of the song that symbolizes the revolution on Animal Farm?
What event marks the beginning of the animals' rebellion against the farmers?
What event marks the beginning of the animals' rebellion against the farmers?
What is the reason given by Squealer for Napoleon's takeover of the farm?
What is the reason given by Squealer for Napoleon's takeover of the farm?
What is the fate of Snowball after Napoleon takes over the farm?
What is the fate of Snowball after Napoleon takes over the farm?
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What is the purpose of Napoleon's executions of the animals?
What is the purpose of Napoleon's executions of the animals?
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What does the ending of the novel symbolize?
What does the ending of the novel symbolize?
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What is the main reason for the division among the animals on the farm?
What is the main reason for the division among the animals on the farm?
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What does Moses represent in the novel?
What does Moses represent in the novel?
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What is the significance of Benjamin's statement about donkeys?
What is the significance of Benjamin's statement about donkeys?
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What is Mollie's main concern after the rebellion?
What is Mollie's main concern after the rebellion?
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What is one of the rules that Old Major says animals must not do?
What is one of the rules that Old Major says animals must not do?
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What is the phrase that becomes more popular than the Seven Commandments?
What is the phrase that becomes more popular than the Seven Commandments?
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Study Notes
The Revolution Begins
- The animals, driven by hunger, break into the farm to get food, marking the start of the Revolution.
- The Battle of the Cowshed ensues when Jones and the other farmers attempt to retake the farm.
The Rise of Napoleon
- Napoleon gains control of Animal Farm by sending the guard dogs to chase Snowball off the farm.
- Squealer justifies Napoleon's takeover by claiming he has taken on extra responsibility to prevent the animals from making wrong decisions.
Napoleon's Rule
- Napoleon begins executing animals to maintain fear and prevent rebellion.
- He prioritizes his own power over the well-being of the animals.
Key Characters
- Moses represents religious leaders.
- Benjamin, the donkey, is skeptical and wise, saying "Donkeys live a long time. None of you has ever seen a dead donkey."
- Mollie, the horse, is concerned about the availability of sugar after the Rebellion.
- Old Major, the boar, sets out the principles of the Revolution, including the prohibition of animals living in houses, sleeping in beds, wearing clothes, and engaging in trade.
- Napoleon accuses Snowball of destroying the farm's work, saying "Snowball has done this thing! In sheer malignity, thinking to set back our plans and avenge himself for his ignominious expulsion this traitor has crept here under cover of night and destroyed our work of nearly a year."
- Squealer, Napoleon's propagandist, claims that Napoleon believes in animal equality and would be happy to let the animals make their own decisions.
- Boxer, the horse, is dedicated to the Revolution, saying "I will work harder!"
The Outcome
- The animals, looking into the farmhouse, see men and animals together, indistinguishable from one another.
- The phrase "Four legs good, two legs bad" becomes more popular than the Seven Commandments due to its ease of remembrance.
The Revolution Begins
- The animals, driven by hunger, break into the farm to get food, marking the start of the Revolution.
- The Battle of the Cowshed ensues when Jones and the other farmers attempt to retake the farm.
The Rise of Napoleon
- Napoleon gains control of Animal Farm by sending the guard dogs to chase Snowball off the farm.
- Squealer justifies Napoleon's takeover by claiming he has taken on extra responsibility to prevent the animals from making wrong decisions.
Napoleon's Rule
- Napoleon begins executing animals to maintain fear and prevent rebellion.
- He prioritizes his own power over the well-being of the animals.
Key Characters
- Moses represents religious leaders.
- Benjamin, the donkey, is skeptical and wise, saying "Donkeys live a long time. None of you has ever seen a dead donkey."
- Mollie, the horse, is concerned about the availability of sugar after the Rebellion.
- Old Major, the boar, sets out the principles of the Revolution, including the prohibition of animals living in houses, sleeping in beds, wearing clothes, and engaging in trade.
- Napoleon accuses Snowball of destroying the farm's work, saying "Snowball has done this thing! In sheer malignity, thinking to set back our plans and avenge himself for his ignominious expulsion this traitor has crept here under cover of night and destroyed our work of nearly a year."
- Squealer, Napoleon's propagandist, claims that Napoleon believes in animal equality and would be happy to let the animals make their own decisions.
- Boxer, the horse, is dedicated to the Revolution, saying "I will work harder!"
The Outcome
- The animals, looking into the farmhouse, see men and animals together, indistinguishable from one another.
- The phrase "Four legs good, two legs bad" becomes more popular than the Seven Commandments due to its ease of remembrance.
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Test your knowledge of George Orwell's classic novel Animal Farm, covering key events and characters of the story.
