squealer

• What does Orwell explore in his career?

  Manipulation of language by politicians
• How does Squealer justify Napoleon's actions in Animal Farm?

  By abusing language to manipulate the proletariat
• What phrase does Squealer teach the sheep to limit debate?

  “Four legs good, two legs better!”
• What is the effect of simplifying language according to Squealer's strategy?

  It limits the terms of debate
• How does Squealer confuse the uneducated animals?

  By complicating language unnecessarily
• What justification does Squealer give for pigs consuming milk and apples?

  For the good of their comrades
• What jargon does Squealer use to manipulate the other animals?

  “Tactics, tactics”
• What effect do false statistics have on the other animals?

  They create self-doubt and hopelessness
• What qualities make Squealer an effective propagandist?

  Lack of conscience and rhetorical skills
• What does Squealer's name symbolize?

  Both a pig's vocalization and betrayal
• How does Squealer's speech define him?

  It reflects his manipulative nature
• What is the significance of Squealer's rhetorical skills in Animal Farm?

  They enable him to manipulate and control others