Animal Farm Chapter 5 Flashcard

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What is the significance of the sheep's support for Napoleon in Animal Farm?

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The sheep's support signifies the blind loyalty and manipulation of the less intelligent animals, which Napoleon exploits to consolidate his power.

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What does Mollie's disappearance represent in Animal Farm?

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Mollie's disappearance represents the conflict between individual desires and collective ideology, highlighting the challenges faced by those who prioritize personal comfort over the community's goals.

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Who holds the ultimate power in Animal Farm after the revolution?

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Napoleon holds the ultimate power in Animal Farm, representing the rise of a totalitarian regime among the pigs.

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What tactics does Napoleon use to gain support from the other animals?

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Napoleon uses canvassing support between meetings, propaganda, and fear tactics to manipulate and control the other animals.

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What does the quote about the animals' dismay reveal about their intelligence?

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The quote reveals the lack of intelligence among the animals, indicating their inability to articulate their dissent or challenge Napoleon's decisions.

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How do the pigs justify their leadership over the other animals?

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The pigs justify their leadership by claiming they are more intelligent and capable of making decisions for the benefit of all.

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What role does propaganda play in Animal Farm?

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Propaganda plays a crucial role in Animal Farm by shaping the animals' perceptions and controlling the narrative to maintain the pigs' power.

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What does the character of Napoleon symbolize in Animal Farm?

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Napoleon symbolizes the corrupting influence of power and the betrayal of revolutionary ideals.

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How does the theme of betrayal manifest in Animal Farm?

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The theme of betrayal manifests through the pigs' gradual abandonment of the principles of Animalism, ultimately leading to a society that mirrors the oppression they sought to escape.

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What is the importance of the commandment changes in Animal Farm?

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The changes to the commandments illustrate the manipulation of language and truth by those in power, reflecting how authority can distort reality.