Animal Farm Chapters 4-6 Flashcards
Who is Mr. Frederick, and how does he relate to Animal Farm?
Mr. Frederick is the owner of Pinchfield, a neighboring farm. He represents Hitler and Nazi Germany, being ruthless and untrustworthy.
Who is Mr. Pilkington, and how does he react to Animal Farm?
Mr. Pilkington is the owner of Foxwood, another neighboring farm. He represents Britain and the Allies, showing disapproval but taking little action.
What role does Snowball play in the Battle of the Cowshed?
Snowball leads the defense of Animal Farm, demonstrating strategic skill. He is later falsely accused of being a traitor by Napoleon.
How does Napoleon consolidate power?
He uses the dogs to chase Snowball away, eliminates opposition, and begins ruling as a dictator.
How does Squealer manipulate the truth?
Squealer rewrites history, uses fear (threatening Jones’ return), and spins Napoleon’s actions to make them seem justified.
What happens during the Battle of the Cowshed?
Mr. Jones and the other farmers attack Animal Farm, but the animals, led by Snowball, successfully defend it. Boxer injures a stable boy, showing his guilt over violence.
How does Napoleon eliminate his main rival?
He unleashes trained dogs to chase Snowball away, ensuring that he alone rules the farm.
What changes in leadership occur after Snowball is expelled?
Napoleon abolishes debates, establishes a one-leader system, and starts ruling through fear and propaganda.
What major project begins in Chapter 6?
The windmill construction begins. Napoleon forces the animals to work harder while claiming it will bring prosperity.
How does Napoleon react when the windmill collapses?
He blames Snowball for its destruction, using him as a scapegoat to maintain control.
How is the windmill symbolic?
It represents Stalin’s Five-Year Plans, promising progress but actually exploiting the workers.
What is the significance of the dogs Napoleon raises?
They symbolize the secret police (NKVD), enforcing terror and obedience.
