Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will explore the differences between Napoleon and Snowball. We will look at how they both stuggle for power and learn about Trotsky, a significant figure from the Russian revolution.

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5 Questions

Q1.
Which battle from the Russian Revolution is represented by the Battle of the Cowshed?
A battle between Russia and India
A battle between the East and the West
Correct answer: A battle between the Red Army and the White Army
A battle between Tsar Nicolas II and Stalin
Q2.
In Animal Farm, who represent the Red Army (Communists)?
Correct answer: The animals
The farmers
The pigs
There is no representation of the Red Army
Q3.
Who was a hero at the Battle of the Cowshed? (Select 2 answers)
Correct answer: Boxer
Napoleon
Correct answer: Snowball
Squealer
Q4.
What does Snowball think of violence being used in the revolution?
He loves violence and has used it from the beginning.
Correct answer: He thinks it can be necessary sometimes and that the animals should be prepared to die.
He thinks it is completely wrong and should never be used.
He thinks it is necessary and encourages everyone to use violence.
Q5.
How do the animals react after the battle?
Correct answer: They are excited
They are miserable
They are nervous
They are scared

5 Questions

Q1.
What was Leon Trotsky known for? (Select 2 options)
His family
Correct answer: His intelligence
Correct answer: His organisation skills
His violence
Q2.
What words can we use to describe Joseph Stalin? (Select 2 answers)
Correct answer: A dictator
A generous leader
A kind leader
Correct answer: A tyrant
Q3.
Which animal gained the most support when giving speeches?
Boxer
Napoleon
Correct answer: Snowball
Squealer
Q4.
Who used to interrupt Snowball's speeches?
Boxer
Napoleon
Squealer
Correct answer: The sheep
Q5.
What was the major thing Snowball and Napoleon disagreed on?
Defence of the farm
Correct answer: The windmill
Whether to educate the animals
Who should be in charge

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