Exploring Animal Farm: Chapters 1-2

What is the setting of Animal Farm in the beginning?

• Manor House, owned by Mrs. Jones.

• Farmhouse, owned by Mr. Jones.

• Manor Farm, owned by Mr. Jones.

• Animal Farm, owned by Mr. Smith.

Who is Old Major and what does he represent?

• Old Major represents the ideals of socialism and the revolutionary leaders of the Russian Revolution.

• Old Major is a farmer who owns the animals.

• Old Major represents the capitalist ideals of the West.

• Old Major is a character in a fairy tale.

What vision does Old Major share with the animals?

• A world where animals serve humans willingly.

• A society where only the strongest animals dominate.

• A community where animals are kept in captivity for their own good.

• A society where animals are free and equal, living without human oppression.

What are the main grievances of the animals against Mr. Jones?

• The animals are upset about the weather conditions.

• Mr. Jones provides the animals with plenty of food and care.

• The animals are unhappy with Mr. Jones for neglecting them, providing insufficient food, and treating them poorly.

• Mr. Jones encourages the animals to work harder for better rewards.

How do the animals react to Old Major's speech?

• The animals are angry and rebellious.

• The animals are inspired and enthusiastic.

• The animals are confused and skeptical.

• The animals are indifferent and uninterested.

What is the significance of the song 'Beasts of England'?

• It promotes individualism and self-reliance among the animals.

• It serves as a lullaby for the young animals at night.

• It symbolizes hope, unity, and the revolutionary spirit of the animals against oppression.

• It is a traditional song passed down through generations of farmers.

What happens to Old Major after he shares his dream?

• Old Major is celebrated as a hero.

• Old Major becomes the leader of the farm.

• Old Major dies shortly after sharing his dream.

• Old Major leaves the farm to find a new home.

Who takes charge of organizing the animals after Old Major's death?

• The sheep, under the guidance of Clover.

• The dogs, led by Jessie.

• The pigs, especially Napoleon and Snowball.

• The horses, particularly Boxer.

What are the initial rules established by the animals after the rebellion?

• The animals agreed to work for humans in exchange for food.

• The animals established a monarchy with a king.

• The initial rules established by the animals after the rebellion were the Seven Commandments of Animalism.

• The animals decided to follow human rules instead.

How do the pigs begin to distinguish themselves from the other animals?

• The pigs start by building better shelters than the other animals.

• The pigs distinguish themselves by asserting leadership and claiming privileges.

• The pigs begin to train the other animals for competitions.

• The pigs refuse to share food with the other animals.