Animal Farm Quiz: Chapters 1-2

Who is the first character to introduce the idea of rebellion on the farm?

• Snowball

• Old Major

• Napoleon

• Boxer

What does Old Major believe is the cause of the animals' suffering?

• The harsh weather

• The humans’ exploitation of the animals

• The lack of food

• The animals’ laziness

How does Old Major want to change the animals' lives?

• By making them more obedient to humans

• By establishing a new government run by humans

• By overthrowing humans and creating equality among animals

• By giving each animal a specific role

What is the main message of Old Major’s speech?

• Humans are not as bad as they seem.

• Animals should rebel against their human oppressors.

• Animals should continue working harder.

• The farm needs better leadership.

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

• They are frightened and confused.

• They are inspired and eager to act.

• They ignore him.

• They laugh at him.

What song does Old Major teach the animals?

• The Internationale

• Animal’s Song

• Beasts of England

• Freedom’s Cry

How does Mr. Jones react when he hears the animals singing “Beasts of England”?

• He joins in the singing.

• He ignores them.

• He is amused.

• He is angry and tries to stop them.

What is the name of Mr. Jones’ farm?

• Manor Farm

• Animal Farm

• Old Major’s Farm

• Happy Acres

Which animal is described as a hardworking and loyal worker but is naive about the revolution?

• Boxer

• Benjamin

• Snowball

• Napoleon

What does Old Major mean when he says, “No animal shall ever tyrannize over his own kind”?

• Animals should never fight each other.

• Animals should have their own farms.

• No animal should dominate others once they revolt.

• Animals should be free to choose their leaders.