Midterm Review: Animal Farm

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This Midterm Review quiz for 'Animal Farm' assesses knowledge of key plot details, characters, and thematic elements. It is designed to enhance understanding of the novel by George Orwell, focusing on alterations to commandments, character actions, and symbolic elements.

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  • 2. 

    The dogs represent

    • Propaganda

    • The old Russian aristocracy, which resists change

    • Religion

    • KGB – Secret Police

    Correct Answer
    A. KGB – Secret Police
    Explanation
    The dogs in this context represent the KGB - Secret Police. The KGB was known for its loyalty to the Soviet government and its ruthless tactics in suppressing dissent and maintaining control. Similarly, the dogs in the story are loyal to Napoleon and are used to intimidate and silence any opposition. They symbolize the oppressive and authoritarian nature of the KGB.

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  • 3. 

    What is Sugarcandy Mountain?

    • The nickname the animals give the mountain visible on Animal Farm’s horizon

    • The setting for the story that Mollie tells to the lambs

    • The idea of animal heaven propagated by Moses the raven

    • The name of the lullaby that Napoleon forces the pigeons to sing to his thirty-one piglets

    Correct Answer
    A. The idea of animal heaven propagated by Moses the raven
    Explanation
    Sugarcandy Mountain refers to the idea of animal heaven that is propagated by Moses the raven. In the novel Animal Farm, Moses tells the animals about a paradise called Sugarcandy Mountain, where animals go after they die. This concept is used by the pigs, particularly Napoleon, to keep the animals hopeful and distracted from their current hardships. It serves as a form of manipulation and control, as the pigs use the promise of a better afterlife to maintain their power over the other animals.

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  • 4. 

    Boxer represents

    • Propaganda

    • KGB – Secret Police

    • Russia’s dedicated and betrayed working class

    • The old Russian aristocracy, which resists change

    Correct Answer
    A. Russia’s dedicated and betrayed working class
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Russia’s dedicated and betrayed working class. This is because the boxer character in the story "Animal Farm" represents the working class of Russia. He is portrayed as a strong and hardworking horse who believes in the ideals of the revolution and is dedicated to the cause. However, he is eventually betrayed by the pigs who take over the farm and exploit the other animals, symbolizing the betrayal of the working class by the ruling elite in Russia.

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  • 5. 

     At one point, the animals fear Napoleon might be dying. Why?

    • He has a really bad hangover from heavy drinking the night before.

    • He has seen the ghost of Snowball, who threatens him.

    • He was visited by the vengeful ghost of Old Major during a drunken trance.

    • He feels a bizarre desire to leave Animal Farm.

    Correct Answer
    A. He has a really bad hangover from heavy drinking the night before.
    Explanation
    The animals fear Napoleon might be dying because he has a really bad hangover from heavy drinking the night before. This suggests that his excessive drinking has caused physical distress, leading the animals to worry about his health and well-being.

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  • 6. 

     During the Great Purge, which took place between 1936 and 1938, Stalin had executed or sent to labor camps anyone who might possibly be labeled "anti-Soviet." The estimates of how many died in the purges ranges from about 500,000 up to 2 million. In Animal Farm, this is represented by

    • The viewing of Squealer’s films.

    • The training of the puppies.

    • The betrayal of Boxer.

    • The slaughter of the hens.

    Correct Answer
    A. The slaughter of the hens.
    Explanation
    During the Great Purge, Stalin executed or imprisoned anyone who could be seen as "anti-Soviet." This mass killing and imprisonment is represented in Animal Farm by the slaughter of the hens. Just as the hens were killed for their perceived disloyalty to the pigs, so too were many innocent people killed during the Great Purge for their alleged opposition to the Soviet regime. This answer aligns with the historical context and symbolism in the novel.

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  • 7. 

    How does Napoleon express his displeasure at Snowball’s windmill plans?

    • He destroys the windmill.

    • He urinates on the plans.

    • He kicks Snowball.

    • He smirks and dismissed him from the meeting.

    Correct Answer
    A. He urinates on the plans.
    Explanation
    Napoleon expresses his displeasure at Snowball's windmill plans by urinating on the plans. This action demonstrates his disrespect and disregard for Snowball's ideas and efforts. It shows his dominance and desire to undermine Snowball's authority and credibility. By urinating on the plans, Napoleon is symbolically marking his territory and asserting his power over Snowball and the other animals. This act also serves to humiliate Snowball publicly, further solidifying Napoleon's control over the farm.

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  • 8. 

    What is the official anthem of Animalism?

    Correct Answer
    Beasts of England
    Explanation
    "Beasts of England" is the official anthem of Animalism because it is a song that represents the principles and ideals of the animal revolution. In George Orwell's novel "Animal Farm," Animalism is a political philosophy created by the animals on the farm, which aims to overthrow human oppression and establish a society where all animals are equal. "Beasts of England" is a rallying cry that inspires unity, rebellion, and hope among the animals, symbolizing their collective struggle for freedom and equality.

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  • 9. 

    What is Boxer’s maxim throughout the novel?

    • I will work harder.

    • Napoleon is always right.

    • Intelligence is not as important as hard work.

    • A and B

    • A, B, and C

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B
    Explanation
    The correct answer is A and B. Throughout the novel, Boxer's maxim is "I will work harder" and he also believes that "Napoleon is always right". This shows Boxer's unwavering loyalty and dedication to his work and to the leadership of Napoleon. Despite the hardships and challenges he faces, Boxer remains committed to working harder and following Napoleon's orders without question.

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  • 10. 

    Mollie represents

    • Propaganda

    • Religion

    • Russia’s dedicated and betrayed working class

    • The old Russian aristocracy, which resists change

    Correct Answer
    A. The old Russian aristocracy, which resists change
    Explanation
    Mollie represents the old Russian aristocracy, which resists change. This can be inferred from the information given in the question. The options "Propaganda," "Religion," and "Russia's dedicated and betrayed working class" do not align with the given information and are therefore incorrect.

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  • 11. 

     Which commandment was the first to be altered?

    • No animal shall wear clothes.

    • All animals are equal.

    • No animal shall sleep in a bed.

    • Whatever walks upon two legs is an enemy.

    Correct Answer
    A. No animal shall sleep in a bed.
    Explanation
    The first commandment to be altered is "No animal shall sleep in a bed." This can be inferred from the fact that the pigs, who eventually take control of the farm, start sleeping in beds. This alteration signifies the pigs' gradual shift towards adopting human behaviors and privileges, which goes against the principle of equality that was initially established in the commandments.

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  • 12. 

    Which commandment was the last to be altered?

    • No animal shall wear clothes.

    • All animals are equal.

    • No animal shall sleep in a bed.

    • Whatever walks upon two legs is an enemy.

    Correct Answer
    A. All animals are equal.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "All animals are equal." This commandment was the last to be altered because it represents the ultimate betrayal of the original principles of Animalism. The pigs, who have taken control of the farm, change this commandment to "All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others." This alteration reflects the pigs' hypocrisy and their desire to establish a hierarchy where they have more privileges and power than the other animals. It highlights the corruption and manipulation of the pigs, ultimately leading to the downfall of the revolution's ideals.

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  • 13. 

     What name do the animals give to the battle in which Mr. Jones is defeated when he comes back to claim the farm?

    Correct Answer
    Battle of the Cowshed
    Explanation
    The animals give the name "Battle of the Cowshed" to the battle in which Mr. Jones is defeated when he comes back to claim the farm.

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  • 14. 

     What is the sheep’s motto?

    Correct Answer
    Four legs good, two legs bad.
    Explanation
    The sheep's motto is "Four legs good, two legs bad." This phrase is a recurring chant in George Orwell's novel "Animal Farm." It is a simplified slogan that the sheep use to express their loyalty to the rebellion and their distrust of humans. The motto represents the sheep's unquestioning obedience to the principles of Animalism and their rejection of any form of human influence or control.

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