Mr Jones

• Who is the owner of Manor Farm in Animal Farm?

  Mr. Jones
• What does Mr. Jones do that shows he neglects the animals?

  He spends most of his time drinking and reading the newspaper instead of feeding them
• How does Mr. Jones react when the animals fight back against him?

  He is taken by surprise and is thrown off the farm
• What happens to Mr. Jones after he is thrown off the farm?

  He tries twice to take back the farm but both attempts fail
• Where does Mr. Jones end up after his attempts to reclaim the farm?

  He dies in a home for alcoholics
• How does Old Major describe Mr. Jones' treatment of the dogs?

  He describes it as cruel, stating that Jones drowns them when they get too old
• What does the act of drowning the dogs symbolize in the context of Mr. Jones' character?

  It demonstrates his cruelty and brutality
• What evidence shows Mr. Jones' lack of care for the chickens?

  He locked the hen-houses but was too drunk to remember to shut the popholes
• What does leaving the popholes open indicate about Mr. Jones' character?

  It shows a lack of interest in the animals' wellbeing
• In what way can Mr. Jones be likened to Tsar Nicholas II?


  Both are seen as the cause of rebellion against their rule
• How does Old Major's speech reflect Mr. Jones' character?

  It highlights his cruelty, particularly in how he treats the dogs
• What are the main characteristics of Mr. Jones in Animal Farm?

  • Uncaring: Neglects the animals' needs
  • Cruel: Drowns old dogs
  • Alcoholic: Spends time drinking instead of caring for the farm
  • Ineffective leader: Overthrown by the animals