Snowball

• What does each group of characters in Animal Farm represent?

  Different elements of the Russian Revolution in 1917
• Who is Snowball in Animal Farm?

  • A key pig who promotes 'Animalism'
  • Intelligent and animated
  • Cares about the working animals
• What does Snowball aim to provide for the animals on the farm?

  Education and better conditions
• What significant action does Snowball take during 'The Battle of the Cowshed'?

  He organizes the animals to fight
• How does Napoleon respond to Snowball's ideas?

  He chases Snowball off the farm
• What happens to Snowball after he is chased off the farm?

  He is used as a scapegoat by Napoleon
• What does scapegoating mean in the context of Animal Farm?

  Putting the blame for something on a group or individual irrationally
• How does Napoleon manipulate the perception of Snowball's bravery?

  He convinces the animals that Snowball was never brave and was on Mr. Jones' side
• How does Snowball demonstrate bravery during the battle?

  He dashes straight for Jones despite the danger
• What does the phrase 'He himself' emphasize about Snowball's actions?

  It highlights that he acted alone without regard for his safety
• How does Snowball's speaking ability affect the other animals?

  His eloquence carries them away and inspires them
• What does Snowball's idea for a windmill represent?

  His desire to improve the lives of the other animals
• What imagery does Snowball use to inspire the animals about the future of Animal Farm?

  He paints a picture of a farm free from sordid labor
• How does Snowball's vision for the windmill reflect his character?

  It shows he cares about the animals' well-being and education
• Who does Snowball represent in the context of the Russian Revolution?

  • Represents Leon Trotsky
  • Political theorist and revolutionary
  • Leader of the Red Army
• What happened to Trotsky after the Russian Revolution?

  He was forced into exile from the Soviet Union in 1929
• What was the fate of Trotsky in 1940?

  He was assassinated by a Soviet agent
• Where did Trotsky reside after his exile?

  Mexico
• How does Orwell contrast Snowball and Napoleon in Animal Farm?

  • Napoleon: large, fierce-looking, not much of a talker
  • Snowball: vivacious, quick in speech, more inventive
  • Napoleon is intimidating; Snowball is lively and approachable
• What does the description of Napoleon suggest about his character?

  He is physically intimidating and uses his size to get his way
• How does Snowball's inventiveness compare to Napoleon's character?

  Snowball is more inventive, suggesting he has better ideas
• What does the term 'vivacious' imply about Snowball's personality?

  He is lively, energetic, and approachable
• How does Orwell's description of Snowball and Napoleon contribute to the themes of Animal Farm?

  It highlights the contrasting leadership styles and personalities