Stephen Galan Pre-AP English I: 4th C. Vara March 21, 2017 Thematic Statements 2. Revolution and corruption can lead to an abuse of power. Text Evidence: “He sets them to work, he gives back to them the bare minimum that will prevent them from starving, and the rest he keeps for himself.” p.29 Explanation: With Old Major giving the animals a new perspective on their torment under Mr. Jones, it leads them to envision a future where animals are free from human exploitation. The revolution rises out of hope from all animals including the pigs, although their revolution transforms into a totalitarian nightmare. Animal Farm demonstrates the class difference within the animals, as well the growth of Napoleon’s power until it became absolute. 3. Class division sets boundaries for others. Text Evidence: “We pigs are brainworkers. The whole management and organization of this farm depend on us.” p.52 …show more content…
Animal Farm’s difference in education focuses on the oppressed working class. Instead of having time to educate themselves, they have been taught that work is their contribution to society. 4. Intelligence and Education are tools of oppression. Text Evidence: “Yes, Jones would come back! Surely, comrades,” cried Squealer.” p.52 Explanation: The pigs demonstrate how power in propaganda, and misinformation can control the thoughts and beliefs of the lower class, which they don’t comprehend due to the lack of education. They believe Napoleon has their interest in mind, though he kills those who can understand and disagree with him. 5. Violence and terror as means of control Text Evidence: “He ordered the hens’ rations to be stopped, and decreed that any animal giving so much as a grain of corn to a hen should be punished by death.