QUESTIONS: Chapter 9

Comprehension & Analysis: What is Boxer's goal before retirement, and how does he try to achieve it?

• Boxer's goal is to retire with a full pension, and he tries to achieve it by working harder.

• Boxer's goal is to learn to read, and he tries to achieve it by attending night classes.

• Boxer's goal is to build a windmill, and he tries to achieve it by gathering support from other animals.

• Boxer's goal is to become a leader, and he tries to achieve it by gaining the trust of the other animals.

Comprehension & Analysis: How does Squealer convince the animals their lives are better than under Jones?

• By showing them statistics and figures

• By giving them more food

• By allowing them to rest more

• By letting them vote on decisions

Comprehension & Analysis: What happens to Boxer after he collapses while working, and how do the animals react?

• Boxer is taken to the hospital, and the animals are relieved.

• Boxer is sent to the knacker, and the animals are deceived.

• Boxer recovers quickly, and the animals are happy.

• Boxer retires peacefully, and the animals are content.

Themes & Messages: Boxer’s fate reflects Orwell’s message about power and exploitation in which of the following ways?

• It shows the rewards of hard work and loyalty.

• It demonstrates the betrayal of the working class by those in power.

• It highlights the importance of education and intelligence.

• It illustrates the benefits of a strong leadership.

Predict & Infer: How might the animals’ reaction to Boxer’s death foreshadow their future on the farm?

• The animals will become more rebellious.

• The animals will become more submissive.

• The animals will leave the farm.

• The animals will continue to work hard without question.