Using critical quotations and evaluating the leadership of 'Animal Farm'
I can evaluate how different types of leadership are presented in ‘Animal Farm’ and use critical quotations in my responses.
Using critical quotations and evaluating the leadership of 'Animal Farm'
I can evaluate how different types of leadership are presented in ‘Animal Farm’ and use critical quotations in my responses.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Many different leaders have leadership qualities, although not all use them for good.
- Using textual and real life examples can challenge and develop arguments.
- Using critical quotations is an effective way to develop and elevate an argument.
- Critical quotations should be used sparingly.
- Orwell does not present "good" and "bad" leaders, rather he explores the relationship between leadership and power.
Keywords
Integrity - To act with honesty and strong moral principles.
Decisiveness - The ability to make decisions quickly.
Selflessness - To put others’ needs and wants before your own.
Indistinguishable - Impossible to judge as being different when compared to another thing.
Idealism - The belief that your ideals can be achieved.
Common misconception
That Orwell presents "good" leaders and "bad" leaders.
Think about the impact of Mr. Jones and the pigs on the animals' lives. Is it easy to distinguish which one is better or worse?
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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