Snowball's character Flashcards
How did Snowball help in the Battle of the Cowshed?
“He himself dashed straight for Jones. Jones saw him coming, raised his gun, and fired. The pellets scored bloody streaks along Snowball’s back.”
Attacking Jones
What did Napoleon say Snowball did in the Battle of the Cowshed?
Napoleon convinces the animals that Snowball was never brave during the battle and was actually on Mr Jones’ side.
What happened to Snowball in Chapter 5?
He was chased off the farm by Napoleon’s trained dogs
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How did Snowball first think of bulding the windmill?
By reading Mr Jones books.
What does Napoleon do to Snowball’s supporters on the farm?
Napoleon then conducts a purge of Snowball’s supporters and has them executed as conspirators.
Who does Snowball represent?
Leon Trotsky
How is Snowball a better leader than Napoleon?
He genuinely wants what is best for the animals and the farm and he is not selfish.
What are Snowballs key traits
Intelligent, idealistic, passionate and innovative
How does Snowball demonstrate his intelligence?
By planning the Battle of the Cowshed and designing the windmill
What roles does Snowball play in Animalism?
He is a strong advocate for Animalism, focusing on education and progress for all animals
How does Snowball use propaganda differently than Napoleon?
He uses it to inspire and educate rather than to manipulate and control
What is Snowball’s vision for the windmill?
He believes it will reduce labour and improve the animals’ quality of life
Who does Snowball represent in history?
Leon Trotsky, a revolutionary leader who was exiled by Stalin
How does Snowball’s exile effect the farm?
It consolidates Napoleon’s power and marks the decline of Animalism’s ideals
Why does Napoleon accuse Snowball of sabotaging the farm?
To shift blame for failure and maintain control through fear
