Animal Farm Chapters 1-3 Flashcards
Who is Old Major, and what is his significance in Animal Farm?
Old Major is an elderly boar who inspires the rebellion with his dream of an animal-run farm. He introduces the idea of Animalism and warns the animals about human oppression before his death.
What role does Napoleon play in the early chapters of the book?
Napoleon is a Berkshire boar who emerges as a leader after the rebellion. He is less outspoken than Snowball but is already showing signs of a desire for power.
How does Snowball contribute to the farm in Chapters 1-3?
Snowball is an intelligent and idealistic pig who helps organize the farm, teach literacy, and create committees. He is also more focused on spreading Animalism beyond the farm.
What is Squealer’s function on the farm?
Squealer is a persuasive pig who serves as Napoleon’s propagandist. He convinces the animals to accept decisions by twisting the truth.
How does Boxer represent the working class?
Boxer is a strong, hardworking horse who is dedicated to Animalism and adopts the motto
“I will work harder!” He represents the loyal but naive working class.
What is the significance of Old Major’s speech?
Old Major’s speech introduces the principles of Animalism, criticizes human oppression, and inspires the animals to rebel against Mr. Jones.
How do the animals take over the farm?
The animals rebel when Mr. Jones neglects them, leading to hunger. They chase him and his men off the farm, renaming it “Animal Farm” and establishing their own rules.
What happens during the first harvest under animal rule?
The animals work harder than ever and successfully complete the harvest faster than humans ever did, showing their efficiency and cooperation.
What is the role of the pigs after the rebellion?
The pigs take leadership roles, organizing the farm, making rules, and keeping the milk and apples for themselves, hinting at early corruption.
What is Animalism, and what does it represent?
Animalism is the ideology based on Old Major’s teachings, promoting equality and freedom from human oppression. It represents Communism in the real world.
What do the milk and apples symbolize?
The milk and apples symbolize privilege and corruption. The pigs secretly take them for themselves, showing early hypocrisy in the leadership.
How does “Beasts of England” function in the story?
“Beasts of England” is a revolutionary song that symbolizes hope and unity, inspiring the animals to fight for a better future.
What does the phrase “Four legs good, two legs bad” represent?
It is a simplified slogan representing
Animalism’s core idea-all animals are equal, and humans are the enemy.
