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Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will see how the clever pigs turn Old Major's teachings to their advantage and create Animalism.
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5 Questions
Q1.
What kind of man was Farmer Jones? (There are TWO correct answers)
Farmer Jones did not like the animals.
Farmer Jones was a hard worker.
Q2.
What state was the farm in before the rebellion?
The farm had been handed over to some other farmers.
The farm was in need of repair.
The farm was looked after but a little run down.
Q3.
Why did the rebellion happen sooner than expected?
The rebellion happened sooner than expected because Farmer Jones hurt one of the animals.
The rebellion happened sooner than expected because the animals got too excited about starting the rebellion.
The rebellion happened sooner than expected because the pigs wanted it to happen sooner.
Q4.
What is the correct word for removing someone from power with force or violence?
Challenge
Chase
Rebel
Q5.
If Farmer Jones represents Tsar Nicolas II, the animals represent...
abusive leaders
rich Russian people
the Communists
5 Questions
Q1.
What is a commandment?
A commandment is a law.
A commandment is a suggestion given by God.
A commandment is something you only have to follow if you are religious.
Q2.
Why did the pigs rename the farm to 'Animal Farm?' (More than one correct answer)
The pigs renamed the farm because they didn't like the name 'Manor Farm.'
The pigs renamed the farm because they thought it would be easier to remember.
Q3.
How many commandments were there on 'Animal Farm?'
Five commandments
Ten commandments
Three commandments
Q4.
How did the animals react to the commandments?
The animals refused to follow them.
The animals were angry.
The animals were confused and did not know what they were.
Q5.
Which commandment shows irony?
No animal shall drink alcohol
No animal shall sleep in a bed
No animals shall wear clothes