Animal Farm - Themes: Power & Corruption
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GCSE
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A worksheet focusing on the themes of Power and Corruption in George Orwell's Animal Farm, designed for GCSE students to analyse techniques and develop critical understanding.
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Animal Farm - Themes: Power & Corruption
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Scene Summary and Context
In George Orwell's Animal Farm, the narrative depicts a revolutionary farm where animals overthrow their human farmer to establish a society based on equality. However, as the story progresses, the pigs, who assume leadership, begin to emulate the oppressive human behaviours they initially opposed. The scene described captures the moment when Napoleon consolidates his power, using propaganda and fear to suppress dissent. Orwell employs language such as 'blaring slogans' and describes the 'distorted commandments' to illustrate the manipulation of truth. Symbols like the pig Napoleon and the altered commandments highlight the corruption of ideals. The scene underscores the corrupting influence of absolute power, with the leaders betraying the original principles of the rebellion. Phrases like 'all animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others' encapsulate the core critique of tyranny and inequality. Orwell's use of rhetorical devices emphasises the ease with which power can distort morality, making this scene a pivotal examination of corruption within political systems.
1.
Identify one literary technique Orwell uses to depict the manipulation of truth in this scene.
[2 marks]2.
What does the phrase 'more equal than others' reveal about the nature of power on Animal Farm?
[2 marks]3.
Explain how Orwell’s use of symbolism enhances the theme of corruption.
4.
Describe the significance of the altered commandments in showcasing the downfall of revolutionary ideals.
[3 marks]5.
Identify the rhetorical device used in the phrase 'blaring slogans' and explain its effect.
Aa) Alliteration - emphasizes the loudness
Bb) Metaphor - suggests propaganda is like noise
Cc) Onomatopoeia - imitates the sound of slogans
Dd) Hyperbole - exaggerates the influence
6.
Analyse how Orwell’s language portrays the pigs’ rise to power.
7.
How does Orwell’s depiction of the commandments reflect the theme of corruption?
[2 marks]8.
Write a brief paragraph analysing Orwell’s use of language to depict manipulation and control.
9.
In your opinion, what is Orwell’s main message about power and corruption in this scene?
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