Propaganda
The pigs spend a lot of time advocating for what they call Animalism. They call meetings and work hard to persuade the other animals to accept and embrace the doctrines of animalism. The song Beasts of England helps win the animals over because it stirs up emotions and conjures a desirable image of the future that any animal would be crazy not to want.
This song is an example of propaganda. Propaganda is communication aimed at influencing the attitude of a community toward some cause or position.
Brainstorm a list of examples of propaganda. Discuss what makes propaganda effective. What strategies are used?
Power Corrupts
Discuss examples of power corrupting people. Why are humans so easily corrupted by power?
What early signs of corruption are there at Animal Farm?
Thought Questions
1. Why was it that the animals worked as hard now as they did before the rebellion, and yet there was no stealing or quarreling as there used to be? (p18 & 19)
2. Which type of animal quickly became recognized as the most natural leader? (p18 & 20)
3. How were the pigs able to persuade the other animals that they should get all the milk and apples, instead of sharing them equally amongst all the animals? (p23 & 24)
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