Animal Farm Flashcard

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What is the significance of Moses the raven in 'Animal Farm'?

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Moses represents religion and distracts the animals with promises of rewards in the afterlife, which serves to pacify them and prevent rebellion.

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What theme does Napoleon's use of Snowball as a scapegoat illustrate?

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It emphasizes the corrupting influence of power and how leaders manipulate others to maintain control.

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How does Napoleon's reaction to the hens' rebellion in Chapter 7 reflect a theme of the novel?

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It illustrates the cruelty and ruthlessness of a totalitarian regime, showcasing the lengths to which leaders will go to suppress dissent.

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Why do the pigs threaten the return of Mr. Jones in 'Animal Farm'?

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They use this threat to manipulate the other animals into trusting their leadership, claiming it is necessary for their protection.

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What role does the song 'Beasts of England' play in the lives of the animals?

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It inspires hope and unity among the animals, reminding them of the ideals of the revolution and their shared struggle.

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What does the character of Napoleon symbolize in 'Animal Farm'?

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Napoleon symbolizes the corrupting nature of power and the emergence of a tyrannical leadership.

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How does Orwell use the character of Squealer in the novel?

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Squealer represents propaganda and the manipulation of language to control and deceive the populace.

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What is the significance of the Seven Commandments in 'Animal Farm'?

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The Seven Commandments represent the principles of Animalism, which are gradually altered to justify the pigs' actions and maintain their power.

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How does the theme of betrayal manifest in 'Animal Farm'?

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Betrayal is evident in the way the pigs betray the other animals' trust and the original ideals of the revolution for their own gain.

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What does the windmill symbolize in the novel?

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The windmill symbolizes the animals' hard work and the false promises of progress and prosperity under the pigs' leadership.