Rhetoric is the art of persuasive writing and speaking.

An imperative conveys a command or an order.

Hyperbole is to exaggerate statements or claims. It is intentionally used to overstate for emphasis.

If someone is earnest, they are very sincere and serious.

Animal Farm: the pigs and the power of rhetoric

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.

Modern text: first study

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

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

What R describes the art of persuasive writing and speaking?

If someone is described as earnest they are...

"Our lives are miserable, laborious and short."

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

Which of these is not from Minimus' poem in 'Animal Farm'?

"Our lives are miserable, laborious, and short."

"What would happen if we pigs failed in our duty?"

"Can you not understand that liberty is worth more."

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

Which of the following rhetorical devices is not used in Squealer's speech in 'Animal Farm'?

The representation of deeper ideas and themes through objects or elements.

 The use of colourful language and imagery in writing.

A fictional world with no real-world connections.

A small and simplified representation of a larger concept or society.

Which of the following symbols from 'Animal Farm' represents progress and can be used as a tool of manipulation?

"[Has] a remarkable gift for composing songs and poems."

Match the pig from 'Animal Farm' to their description. 

They are used to challenge the pigs' authority.

They maintain order and reinforce loyalty.

They emphasise the importance of education.

They are completely abolished by the pigs.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of songs and rituals in 'Animal Farm'?

Which of the following can be found on the Animal Farm flag?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

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

Animal Farm: the pigs and the power of rhetoric

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

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