To behave in a way that contradicts supposed beliefs or feelings.

To use controlling behaviours to gain power over another or get them to behave in a certain way.

A system which positions people in relation to status or power.

To need the support of someone or something in order to exist.

Planning and writing an 'Animal Farm' essay

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

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

To organise thoughts into a logical argument

What is the primary purpose of creating single paragraph outlines in the essay writing process?

Behaving in a way that contradicts supposed beliefs

Needing the support of someone or something to exist

Which word beginning with 'D', describes a need for the support of someone or something in order to exist?

What are the key words in this essay question: In 'Animal Farm' how does Orwell explore the theme of corruption through the pigs?

Whereas Boxer can't read, Benjamin refuses to.

Initially, Snowball is presented as the most intelligent.

Furthermore, Old Major's speech aims to galvanise the animals.

Orwell describes Mr Jones as "too drunk to remember".

Which of these topic sentences does **not** use a discourse marker?

Ultimately, Squealer serves as a representation of how powerful propaganda is.

Initially, Orwell presents an idealistic view of equality.

Orwell effectively employs Squealer to reveal the methods of control.

Therefore Orwell offers a timeless message about power.

Consequently, equality is eradicated from the farm.

Which of these sentences does **not** belong in a conclusion?

In 'Animal Farm' which pig says, "Surely, comrades, you do not want Jones back?"

In 'Animal Farm' which pig is described as having "a reputation for getting his own way"?

In 'Animal Farm' which pig teaches the animals to bleat: "four legs good, two legs better"?

Manipulative, charismatic and good at lying

Idealistic, impassioned, intelligent and a gifted speech giver

Which sentence best describes Snowball from 'Animal Farm'?

What reason does Squealer give for the pigs taking all the apples and milk in 'Animal Farm'?

He gives them no food until nine die and the others agree.

He uses violence and sets the dogs on them.

In 'Animal Farm', how does Napoleon get the hens to lay eggs for him to sell?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

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

Planning and writing an 'Animal Farm' essay

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

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