The Power of Allegory: Orwell's Animal Farm as a Mirror to Socie

How effectively does Shepherd establish her thesis about the power of allegory in Animal Farm in the introductory section? What could be improved about how it's presented?

How does the organization of Shepherd's analysis contribute to the overall effectiveness of her argument? Is there a logical progression of ideas, or does the structure seem disjointed at times?

Evaluate the effectiveness of the examples Shepherd uses from Animal Farm to support her claims. Do they adequately illustrate her points, or are some examples more persuasive than others?

While Shepherd focuses on Animal Farm, does she successfully connect the novel's themes to broader societal issues? If so, how does she achieve this connection?

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

How does the clarity of Shepherd's prose contribute to the overall accessibility of her argument? Are there any sentences or passages that are difficult to understand due to their construction?