Chapters 1-5 Review Animal Farm

Allegory

A story made up of symbols with a deeper meaning

Russian Revolution

Period of political and social upheaval in Russia during the early 20th century

Old Major

A pig who had the dream and vision for the revolution, represents Karl Marx

Karl Marx

Philosopher and economist, co-founder of the theory of communism

Purpose of Old Major's Speech

To set the tone and inspire animals to revolt against Farmer Jones

Boxer

A workhorse, hardworking, and loyal

Reason for Animal Rebellion

Farmer Jones came home drunk and forgot to feed the animals

Pigs' Unique Ability

Read and reason, demonstrating intelligence

Squealer's Purpose

Propaganda, manipulates others with speech

Leaders on the Farm

Pigs

Followers on the Farm

Sheep

Animalism

Stands for communism, equality

Mollie's Fate

Ran away due to the desire for sugar and ribbons

Benjamin

A donkey/mule, doesn't pick sides, pessimistic

Napoleon's First Act in Charge

Gets rid of Sunday meetings to consolidate power

Reason for Removing Sunday Meetings

Napoleon wants all decision-making power

Windmill Idea Originator

Snowball

Squealer's Explanation of Windmill Attribution to Napoleon

To maintain unity and prevent dissent