Essay writing: selecting and exploring quotes from 'Animal Farm'
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can select quotes that are analytically rich and explore textual details in full.
Key learning points
- Quotes should be judiciously chosen.
- Single paragraph outlines can be used to practice finding supporting details.
- Quotes should be analysed using a layered approach.
Keywords
Judicious - To be judicious is to make good and informed decisions.
Analytical - Being analytical means to examine things in detail.
Oppression - Oppression is the exploitation of people by those in power.
Uttered - If you uttered something you have spoken or made an audible sound.
Common misconception
That quotes need to be long.
Explore the purpose of quotes and how efficiency is key. What is considered an effective use of quotes?
Teacher tip
The single paragraph outlines and circular diagrams can be used to help develop an extended piece of analytical writing.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.In 'Animal Farm' what does the character Boxer symbolise in the story?
Q2.In 'Animal Farm' which character hides during the Battle of the Cowshed?
Q3.In 'Animal Farm', how does Napoleon express his contempt for Snowball’s windmill plans?
Q4.In 'Animal Farm', who writes the poem celebrating Napoleon and comparing him to the "sun"?
Q5.What word beginning with 'M' is missing from this sentence: ‘Animal Farm’ is a __________ because it is a self-contained representation of a larger society and system?
Q6.Starting with the first, put the seven commandments from' Animal Farm' into their correct order.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does the term "judicious" mean in the context of selecting quotes?
Q2.What is missing from this single paragraph outline? Topic sentence, __________, closing sentence?
Q3.In 'Animal Farm', which three adjectives are used to describe Squealer?
Q4.In 'Animal Farm', Squealer is described as "skipping from side to side and whisking his tail". Why does he do this?
Q5.In 'Animal Farm', which simile is used to show that the animals are no better off after the rebellion and demonstrates the ongoing cycle of oppression?
Q6.A motif of food is used throughout 'Animal Farm' to symbolise basic needs and the growing inequality on the farm. Which food is not used in the novella?
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