Animal Farm Flashcardss Flashcards

A pig who emerges as the leader of Animal Farm after the Rebellion. Represents Stalin and uses propaganda and fear to maintain control.

A pig who is an intelligent and passionate leader. Represents Trotsky and is eventually exiled by Napoleon.

A hardworking horse whose motto is 'I will work harder.' Represents the exploited working class.

A pig who spreads Napoleon's propaganda. Represents the Soviet Union's use of media and lies to manipulate the public.

The prize boar who inspires the Rebellion with his speech. Represents Karl Marx or Lenin.

The principles of Animalism, which are gradually altered by the pigs to justify their actions.

Explores how leaders can become corrupt when they gain unchecked power, as seen with Napoleon.

Shows how language and lies are used to manipulate and control, especially through Squealer.

Highlights the exploitation of the working class and the inequality between the pigs and other animals.

The animals are betrayed by their leaders, who abandon the ideals of Animalism for personal gain.

A key line that reveals the hypocrisy and corruption of the pigs' leadership.

A slogan used to simplify Animalism and rally the animals, later altered to 'Four legs good, two legs better.'

Boxer's personal motto, symbolising the dedication and exploitation of the working class.

Boxer's blind loyalty to Napoleon, showing the dangers of unquestioning obedience.

Old Major's critique of humans, inspiring the animals to rebel.

Represents the manipulation of the animals and the false promises of progress under Napoleon's rule.

Napoleon's enforcers who use fear and violence to suppress dissent. Represent Stalin's secret police.

Easily manipulated animals who mindlessly repeat slogans. Represent the unthinking masses.

The original owner of Manor Farm, whose neglect and cruelty inspire the Rebellion. Represents Tsar Nicholas II.

A vain horse who prefers ribbons and sugar over freedom. Represents the bourgeoisie who resist change.