ANIMAL FARM Flashcards
What is the primary theme of George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’?
The corruption of socialist ideals and the dangers of totalitarianism.
True or False: ‘Animal Farm’ is a direct representation of the Russian Revolution.
True.
Fill in the blank: The character of Napoleon represents ______ in ‘Animal Farm’.
Joseph Stalin.
Which animal in ‘Animal Farm’ symbolizes the working class?
Boxer the horse.
What does the commandment ‘All animals are equal’ signify in the context of the story?
The initial ideal of equality among all animals.
Multiple Choice: Who is the main antagonist in ‘Animal Farm’?
Napoleon.
What happens to the original commandments on the barn wall?
They are altered to benefit the pigs’ rule.
True or False: The pigs in ‘Animal Farm’ become indistinguishable from humans by the end of the novel.
True.
What role does Squealer play in ‘Animal Farm’?
He serves as the propaganda officer for the pigs.
Fill in the blank: The rebellion on the farm is sparked by _______.
The animals’ desire for freedom from human oppression.
Short Answer: What does the windmill symbolize in ‘Animal Farm’?
The animals’ hopes for a better future and the manipulation of their labor.
Multiple Choice: What is the fate of Boxer?
He is sold to the glue factory.
True or False: The sheep in ‘Animal Farm’ represent blind conformity.
True.
What does the character of Old Major represent?
Karl Marx and the idea of revolutionary socialism.
Fill in the blank: The song ‘Beasts of England’ represents _______.
The spirit of rebellion and hope for a better life.
Short Answer: How does Orwell illustrate the theme of power and corruption in ‘Animal Farm’?
Through the gradual changes in the pigs’ behavior and the betrayal of the other animals.
Multiple Choice: What is the significance of the changing of the commandments?
It reflects the manipulation of truth by those in power.
True or False: ‘Animal Farm’ ends with the animals celebrating their victory over humans.
False.
Fill in the blank: The character of Mr. Jones represents _______.
The negligent ruling class.
What does the phrase ‘Four legs good, two legs bad’ illustrate?
The simplistic propaganda used to control the animals’ thinking.
Short Answer: How does Orwell use irony in ‘Animal Farm’?
The animals overthrow their human oppressor only to become oppressed by their own kind.
Multiple Choice: What does the final scene of the novel imply?
The complete betrayal of the revolution’s ideals.
True or False: The character of Clover represents the intellectual elite.
False.
Fill in the blank: The pigs’ ability to read and write gives them an advantage in _______.
Manipulating the other animals.
