A revolutionary is someone who actively works for or supports radical change in society.

If you are misguided you have poor judgement and have been influenced in the wrong way.

A ruthless leader is someone who shows no compassion, empathy or mercy. They behave or act in a harsh and severe way.

If you are susceptible you are easily influenced or manipulated.

Nuance refers to subtle or slight variations in meaning.

Comparing the presentations of the different pigs in 'Animal Farm'

English

In 'Animal Farm: The Pigs and Power', pupils develop a clear understanding of the plot, main characters and themes of the novella. In the second exploration unit, 'Animal Farm: Barriers to Leadership', pupils undertake more nuanced analysis of the pigs grasp for power.

In 'Lord of the Flies', pupils explore how power corrupts and destroys communities. 'In Animal Farm: The Pigs and Power', pupils focus on how power corrupts the pigs, leading to the downfall of their utopian dream.

In this unit, pupils start their exploration of Orwell's 'Animal Farm' by focusing on the pigs and how they weild power. Pupils first read the book before exploring symbolism, key characters and Orwell's methods. They finally hone their essay writing skills and write about the pigs' use of power.

Modern text: first study

Depiction or discussion of distress or humiliation e.g. bullying.

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

What word beginning with 'R' describes Napoleon's leadership style in 'Animal Farm'.

rewriting narratives and using propaganda

In 'Animal Farm', which pig could be described as revolutionary and idealistic?

What word beginning with 'N' refers to subtle or slight variations in meaning. It can also be used to describe a detailed understanding.

"...need to be ready to die for Animal Farm if need be."

"Do not imagine, comrades, that leadership is a pleasure!"

"Weak or strong, clever or simple, we are all brothers."

"...had a remarkable gift for composing songs and poems."

Match the pigs from 'Animal Farm' to the correct quote.

In 'Animal Farm', where does Snowball primarily conduct his work?

Which rhetorical device involves expressing a direct command or order?

In 'Animal Farm', Napoleon's use of rhetoric has a tone which could be described as...

by presenting an earnest and serious response

In 'Animal Farm', how does Snowball respond to Mollie's question about "ribbons" after the Rebellion?

The pigs use different rhetorical styles.

Napoleon and Squealer focus on inspiration.

Snowball relies on fear to control the animals

What conclusion can be drawn about the pigs' use of rhetoric in 'Animal Farm'?

"Do you know what would happen if we pigs failed?"

“Our lives are miserable, laborious and short.”

Match the rhetorical device to the quote from 'Animal Farm' which uses it.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Comparing the presentations of the different pigs in 'Animal Farm'

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.