'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 7 and Napoleon's culture of fear
I can explain the events of Chapter 7 in ‘Animal Farm’ and understand how the pigs create a culture of fear.
'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 7 and Napoleon's culture of fear
I can explain the events of Chapter 7 in ‘Animal Farm’ and understand how the pigs create a culture of fear.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The animals are beginning to run out of food on the farm
- The hens are punished for refusing to give up their eggs
- The pigs run show trials which represent Stalin’s period of ‘Great Terror'
- The show trials act as a way of cultivating a culture of fear to keep the animals under control
- Napoleon’s totalitarian regime is fully realised and the revolution is not as promised
Keywords
Culture of fear - A culture of fear is a social environment where people are constantly scared or intimidated, often by those in power.
Totalitarianism - Totalitarianism is a form of government where an individual or small group have absolute control and power.
Publicised - If something is publicised it is made available for all to access.
Consolidate - To consolidate is to make something more certain and stronger.
Predetermined - If something is predetermined, it has already been agreed upon or decided.
Common misconception
That Snowball really is responsible for the windmill collapsing and other events on the farm.
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To help you plan your year 10 english lesson on: 'Animal Farm': reading Chapter 7 and Napoleon's culture of fear, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of serious crime
- Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
Starter quiz
6 Questions
A fierce and threatening boar.
Intelligent pig who is also a brave fighter.
Loyal horse known for his motto, "I must work harder".
A devoted female horse who supports Boxer and the cause.
A clever and persuasive pig.
A white mare who loves luxury and eventually leaves the farm.