Exploring the different methods of control and leadership in 'Animal Farm'
I can explain the different methods of control in 'Animal Farm' and how the pigs use these to gain power.
Exploring the different methods of control and leadership in 'Animal Farm'
I can explain the different methods of control in 'Animal Farm' and how the pigs use these to gain power.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A cult of personality is the result of a carefully constructed persona, spread through propaganda and other means
- Napoleon reflects Stalin’s use of propaganda and methods of control
- Orwell explores how leaders gain power through created personas, language and education
- Orwell emphasises the dangers of an uneducated working class in the maintaining of power and hierarchy
Keywords
Persona - A persona is the part of your character or personality that is presented to other people.
Ideology - Ideology is a system of ideas or values that underpin a theory or idea.
Cult of personality - A cult of personality is where a public figure (such as a political leader) is presented as a great person who should be admired and loved.
Reverence - To show reverence is to demonstrate a deep respect for something or someone.
Common misconception
That everyone in power sees education as a way to better society.
How does it feel when you don't understand something? Confusing? Scary? Disorientating? How could the pigs use this to their advantage?
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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