animal farm

• Animal Farm, known at the beginning and the end of the novel as the Manor Farm, symbolizes Russia and the Soviet Union under Communist Party rule. But more generally, Animal Farm stands for any human society, be it capitalist, socialist, fascist, or communist. It possesses the internal structure of a nation, with a government (the pigs), a police force or army (the dogs), a working class (the other animals), and state holidays and rituals. Its location amid a number of hostile neighboring farms supports its symbolism as a political entity with diplomatic concerns.
• What song do the animals sing in unison?

  Beasts of England
• What do the animals do after listening to Old Major's dream?

  They embrace his vision and sing together
• How do the animals express their unity?

  By singing in tremendous unison
• What does the farm symbolize in the context of the animals' actions?

  Their unity and collective strength
• What does Old Major's goal represent for the animals?

  Freedom and cohesion among them
• What does the animals' cohesion imply about their future?

  It implies their inevitable success
• What is the significance of the song "Beasts of England" for the animals?

  It represents their shared vision and unity
• How does Old Major's dream influence the animals?

  It inspires them to unite for freedom
• "And then, after a few preliminary tries, the whole farm burst out into Beasts of England in tremendous unison. The cows lowed it, the dogs whined it, the sheep bleated it, the horses whinnied it, the ducks quacked it."
• What does the phrase "one body and one voice" suggest about the animals' relationship?

  It indicates strong unity and solidarity
• What geographical feature allowed a view of most of the farm?

  A knoll
• What did the animals feel when they reached the top of the knoll?

  They felt it was all theirs
• How did the animals perceive their surroundings after the Rebellion?

  As if they had never seen them before
• What does the farm symbolize for the animals after the Rebellion?

  Freedom
• What was the farm's condition before the Rebellion?

  It was a place of servitude
• "A little way down the pasture there was a knoll that commanded a view of most of the farm. The animals rushed to the top of it and gazed round them in the clear morning light. Yes, it was theirs—everything that they could see was theirs! . . . It was as though they had never seen these things before, and even now they could hardly believe that it was all their own."
• What transformation occurred after the animals overthrew Mr. Jones?

  The farm became a symbol of freedom
• What do the animals envision for the future of the farm?

  An animal-led government
• What is the primary goal of the envisioned state by the animals?

  Improvement of animal lives
• What are the key changes in the animals' perception of the farm after the Rebellion?

  • The farm symbolizes freedom
  • It is no longer a place of servitude
  • They envision an animal-led government
  • They see potential for improvement in their lives
• Who painted out MANOR FARM from the gate?

  Snowball
• "Then Snowball (for it was Snowball who was best at writing) took a brush between the two knuckles of his trotter, painted out MANOR FARM from the top bar of the gate and in its place painted ANIMAL FARM. This was to be the name of the farm from now onwards."
• What name did Snowball paint in place of MANOR FARM?

  ANIMAL FARM
• What does the renaming of the farm symbolize?

  The farm becomes its own political entity
• What do the animals not know at the point of renaming the farm?

  What their new government will look like
• What do the Seven Commandments of Animalism state?

  All animals are equal
• How does Animal Farm differ from Manor Farm in terms of symbolism?

  Animal Farm symbolizes a new state of equality
• What does the phrase "work with equal vigor" imply about the animals' efforts?

  They all contribute equally to success
• What is the significance of the animals naming the farm ANIMAL FARM?

  • Marks the farm's independence
  • Represents the animals' unity
  • Symbolizes the promise of equality
  • Reflects their aspirations for a new society
• What spread across half the county by late summer?

  The news of what happened on Animal Farm
• "By the late summer the news of what had happened on Animal Farm had spread across half the county. Every day Snowball and Napoleon sent out flights of pigeons whose instructions were to mingle with the animals on neighbouring farms, tell them the story of the Rebellion, and teach them the tune of"
• What was the purpose of the pigeons sent by Snowball and Napoleon?

  To share the story of the Rebellion
• How did the pigs hope to influence other farms?

  By teaching the tune of their anthem
• What did the pigs hope other animals would understand about Animal Farm?

  It symbolizes a better future through uprising
• What type of society has developed on Animal Farm?

  A society led by the workers (the animals)
• What is the benefit of the new society on Animal Farm?

  It is for the benefit of the animals, not their owners
• What do the animals believe Animal Farm represents?

  A kind of utopia through their efforts
• What steps did the pigs take to share their achievement?

  • Sent out flights of pigeons
  • Instructed pigeons to mingle with neighboring animals
  • Taught the story of the Rebellion
  • Encouraged uprising against masters
• What are the key features of the new society on Animal Farm?

  • Led by the workers (animals)
  • Focused on their own benefit
  • Represents a shift from owner-led to self-led governance
  • Aims to create a better future through unity