A culture of fear is a social environment where people are constantly scared or intimidated, often by those in power.

Totalitarianism is a form of government where an individual or small group have absolute control and power.

If something is publicised it is made available for all to access.

To consolidate is to make something more certain and stronger.

If something is predetermined, it has already been agreed upon or decided.

'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 7 and Napoleon's culture of fear

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'Animal Farm': exploring Orwell's influences and purpose

'Animal Farm': reading and discussing Chapter 1

'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 2 and exploring the three pigs

'Animal Farm': reading and discussing Chapter 3

'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 4 and considering Snowball as a leader

'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 5 and Napoleon's rise to power

'Animal Farm': reading and discussing Chapter 6

'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 8 and the pigs' corruption

'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 9 and exploring the character Boxer

'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 10 and considering the novella's structure

The characters in 'Animal Farm' and who they represent

Symbolism in 'Animal Farm'

Animal Farm: the pigs and the power of rhetoric

Comparing the presentations of the different pigs in 'Animal Farm'

Exploring the different methods of control and leadership in 'Animal Farm'

Tracking important events and characters in 'Animal Farm'

Essay writing: selecting and exploring quotes from 'Animal Farm'

Animal Farm: Orwell’s structural and stylistic choices

Planning an 'Animal Farm' Essay

Essay writing: unpacking questions and writing theses on 'Animal Farm'

Essay writing: creating introductions and conclusions on 'Animal Farm'

Using context effectively in 'Animal Farm' essays

Evaluating and improving model essays on 'Animal Farm'

Planning and writing an 'Animal Farm' essay

Revising and editing 'Animal farm' essays

In 'Animal Farm: The Pigs and Power', pupils develop a clear understanding of the plot, main characters and themes of the novella. In the second exploration unit, 'Animal Farm: Barriers to Leadership', pupils undertake more nuanced analysis of the pigs grasp for power.

In 'Lord of the Flies', pupils explore how power corrupts and destroys communities. 'In Animal Farm: The Pigs and Power', pupils focus on how power corrupts the pigs, leading to the downfall of their utopian dream.

In this unit, pupils start their exploration of Orwell's 'Animal Farm' by focusing on the pigs and how they weild power. Pupils first read the book before exploring symbolism, key characters and Orwell's methods. They finally hone their essay writing skills and write about the pigs' use of power.

Modern text: first study

Depiction or discussion of distress or humiliation e.g. bullying.

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Depiction of war, threats of war, death or the aftermath of war.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

A society where individuals are encouraged to express their opinions openly.

A community in which there's an absence of fear, characterised by trust.

A society where people are controlled through intimidation and threat.

A culture that promotes harmony and cooperation among its members.

What definition best matches the term "culture of fear"?

In Chapter 7 of 'Animal Farm', what was the primary challenge faced by the animals at the beginning?

In Chapter 7 of 'Animal Farm', who or what provided the most inspiration to the other animals during the difficult winter?

At the end of Chapter 7 in 'Animal Farm', what is abolished?

The successful completion of the windmill.

The confessions and executions of animals.

What event occurs in 'Animal Farm' that reflects a disturbing parallel between the animals' society and the practices of totalitarian leaders like Stalin during the 'Great Terror'?

An interrogative forcing the reader to ask why there is no food.

A declarative creating a serious tone to reflect the scarcity of the situation.

An imperative instructing the reader as to how the animals have no food.

"In January food fell short." What sentence type is this and what is the effect?

Intelligent pig who is also a brave fighter.

Loyal horse known for his motto, "I must work harder".

A devoted female horse who supports Boxer and the cause.

A white mare who loves luxury and eventually leaves the farm.

Match the animal's name from 'Animal Farm' to the correct description.

To create a monarchy with Mr. Jones as king.

In 'Animal Farm' what was the original goal of the animal's rebellion?

In 'Animal Farm', what commandment do the pigs first doctor?

Complete the maxim that is created for less intelligent animals in 'Animal Farm' to remember the principles of Animalism? "Four legs good, ..."

In 'Animal Farm' what reasons does Squealer give as to why the pigs need the milk and apples?

In 'Animal Farm', what verb is used to describe Snowball, when moving towards Mr. Jones, in 'the battle of the cowshed'?

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