Animal Farm: Themes and Characters

The video provides an overview of George Orwell's novella Animal Farm, exploring its allegorical representation of the Russian Revolution and the early Soviet Union. It delves into Orwell's background, the novella's plot, key characters, and major themes such as tyranny, the role of the population, and false allegiance. The video aims to enhance understanding of the novella's historical context and its critique of power dynamics.

What was George Orwell's profession before he became a writer?

• A lawyer

• A doctor

• A police officer

• A teacher

Which historical event does Animal Farm primarily allegorize?

• The French Revolution

• The Russian Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution

What is the name of the philosophy developed by the pigs in Animal Farm?

• Communism

• Animalism

• Socialism

• Capitalism

Who is the character that represents Joseph Stalin in Animal Farm?

• Snowball

• Old Major

• Napoleon

• Squealer

Which character in Animal Farm is known for his strength and dedication?

• Benjamin

• Boxer

• Moses

• Molly

Which character in Animal Farm is a representation of the working class?

• Boxer

• Napoleon

• Moses

• Squealer

What role does Squealer play in Animal Farm?

• A propagandist

• A leader

• A rebel

• A farmer

What does the character Molly represent in Animal Farm?

• The working class

• The bourgeoisie

• The intellectuals

• The military

What is the famous line from Animal Farm that highlights the theme of inequality?

• All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others.

• Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

• The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.

• To be or not to be, that is the question.

Which theme in Animal Farm is highlighted by the character Moses?

• Rebellion

• Religion

• Tyranny

• Equality