Animal Farm Book Chapter 1 To 3: Quiz!

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    What happened to Old Major?

    • He died in his sleep.
    • Mr. Jones sold him at the market.
    • Bacon.
    • He left with a few animals who believed in his dream.
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Have you ever thought about the meaning and symbolism behind the book Animal Farm? This quiz will reveal the truth. In chapters 1-3, the animals hold a weekly meeting to determine which resolutions should be voted on, during which Snowball and Napoleon typically disagree with each other. Do you have a soft spot for science fiction? Did you enjoy reading Animal Farm? This quiz may be for you.

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  • 2. 

     What happened to the milk?

    • It was given to the sick animals.

    • The pigs took it (and drank it).

    • It was given to Boxer because he worked hard.

    • The rats stole it.

    Correct Answer
    A. The pigs took it (and drank it).
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The pigs took it (and drank it)." This answer implies that the milk was taken by the pigs and consumed by them. This suggests that the pigs may have taken advantage of their position of power and privilege to claim the milk for themselves, rather than distributing it to others who may have needed it.

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  • 3. 

    What country is the novel's setting?

    • U.S. (Connecticut)

    • Nova Scotia

    • Ireland

    • England

    Correct Answer
    A. England
    Explanation
    The correct answer is England because the question asks for the country where the novel is set, and England is one of the options provided.

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  • 4. 

    What broke up the meeting in the barn?

    • Mr. Jones came in to feed the animals.

    • The animals started singing, which woke up Mr. Jones.

    • A dog started chasing the cat.

    • Carrie Underwood started singing.

    Correct Answer
    A. The animals started singing, which woke up Mr. Jones.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the animals started singing, which woke up Mr. Jones. This suggests that the singing of the animals disrupted the meeting in the barn, possibly causing Mr. Jones to become aware of their activities and interrupting their gathering.

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  • 5. 

    What is animalism?

    • The title of Old Major's book

    • An attack of one animal against another

    • Mr. Jones' nickname for the animals' meeting

    • A system of thought based on Old Major's teachings

    Correct Answer
    A. A system of thought based on Old Major's teachings
    Explanation
    Animalism is a system of thought based on Old Major's teachings. Old Major, a respected boar, introduced the concept of Animalism to the animals on the farm. It advocates for the overthrow of human oppression and the establishment of a society where animals are equal and free from exploitation. Animalism serves as the guiding philosophy for the animals' rebellion against Mr. Jones and their subsequent attempt to create a utopian society on the farm.

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  • 6. 

    What are the two symbols used on the green flag of the future Republic of the Animals?

    • Grain and wings

    • Hoof and horn

    • Circle and shovel

    • Hand and foot

    Correct Answer
    A. Hoof and horn
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "hoof and horn." The green flag of the future Republic of the Animals uses these two symbols to represent the animals. The hoof symbolizes strength and stability, while the horn symbolizes power and protection. These symbols are likely chosen to reflect the qualities and characteristics of the animals in the republic.

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  • 7. 

    What happened to the windfall apples?

    • The pigs were keeping them in the harness-room.

    • The rats stole them.

    • Mr. Jones sneaked in and poisoned them.

    • Squealer ate them all, all by himself.

    Correct Answer
    A. The pigs were keeping them in the harness-room.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the windfall apples were being kept by the pigs in the harness-room. This suggests that the pigs were hoarding the apples for themselves, possibly indicating their abuse of power and disregard for the needs of the other animals on the farm.

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  • 8. 

    Who is the real enemy?

    • Man

    • Snowball

    • Mr. Jones

    • Simon Cowell

    Correct Answer
    A. Man
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Man. In the context of the question, "real enemy" implies that there is a primary antagonist or threat. Out of the given options, Man is the most logical choice as humans have historically been portrayed as the primary adversaries in various contexts, such as in conflicts with animals or in dystopian literature. Snowball, Mr. Jones, and Simon Cowell are not typically portrayed as enemies in the same sense.

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  • 9. 

    What was Boxer's motto?

    • All for one farm!

    • Two legs good, four legs bad

    • I will work harder.

    • Four legs good, two legs bad

    Correct Answer
    A. I will work harder.
    Explanation
    Boxer's motto was "I will work harder." This phrase reflects Boxer's strong work ethic and dedication to the cause of the farm. Throughout the novel "Animal Farm," Boxer is portrayed as a loyal and hardworking horse who believes in the principles of Animalism. He constantly repeats this motto as a way to motivate himself and others to work tirelessly for the betterment of the farm. Despite his limited intelligence, Boxer's determination and willingness to work harder make him a symbol of the working class and their exploitation.

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  • 10. 

    What brought about the rebellion?

    • The animals broke down the storeshed door and the farmhands attacked them.

    • Napoleon was sold at market.

    • Old Major died.

    • The cat revealed that Mr. Jones was planning to sell the farm.

    Correct Answer
    A. The animals broke down the storeshed door and the farmhands attacked them.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the animals broke down the storeshed door and the farmhands attacked them. This event led to the rebellion as the animals were provoked by the aggression of the farmhands and decided to take matters into their own hands.

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  • 11. 

    Which one of these was NOT one of the seven things that Old Major said animals must NEVER do?

    • Sleep in a bed

    • Wear clothes

    • Lie to another animal

    • Engage in trade

    Correct Answer
    A. Lie to another animal
    Explanation
    Old Major said that animals must never sleep in a bed, wear clothes, engage in trade, but he did not mention anything about lying to another animal.

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  • 12. 

    What did the pigs do at night?

    • They did laundry.

    • They wrote a plan to take over the whole farm.

    • They studied trades and skills for working on the farm.

    • They updated their Facebook pages.

    Correct Answer
    A. They studied trades and skills for working on the farm.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "They studied trades and skills for working on the farm." This answer is supported by the fact that the question asks what the pigs did at night, implying that they were productive during that time. Studying trades and skills for working on the farm aligns with their role as leaders and organizers on the farm, as they were responsible for managing and running it efficiently.

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  • 13. 

    What was the vision that Old Major had for the future?

    • To witness the growth of all his four hundred offspring

    • To overthrow Jones and all humans

    • To become a star on a popular talent show

    • None of the above 

    Correct Answer
    A. To overthrow Jones and all humans
    Explanation
    In the book “Animal Farm” by George Orwell, Old Major, the prize boar, has a dream of a world where animals live without the tyranny of men. He dreams of a revolution against Mr. Jones, the farmer, and all humans. This dream is the catalyst for the rebellion and the events of the novel. He wanted the animals to be free form the human's harsh treatment, that is why he wanted to overthrow Jones and all the humans. 

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  • 14. 

    What happened on Sundays?

    • The animals held a general assembly known as the Meeting.

    • The animals watched NFL football because they knew the football when it was a pig.

    • The animals recited a pledge of allegiance to Old Major.

    • There was no work.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. The animals held a general assembly known as the Meeting.
    A. There was no work.
    Explanation
    On Sundays, the animals held a general assembly known as the Meeting. This suggests that the animals gathered together to discuss important matters and make decisions for their community. Additionally, there was no work on Sundays, indicating that it was a day of rest for the animals.

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  • 15. 

    What was thrown on the rubbish fire?

    • The animals killed in the rebellion

    • Boxer's straw hat

    • Whips

    • Mr. Jones's beer barrel

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Boxer's straw hat
    A. Whips
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Boxer's straw hat and whips. This can be inferred from the context of the question, which mentions a rubbish fire. Since Boxer's straw hat and whips are objects that can be thrown away, it is reasonable to assume that they were thrown on the rubbish fire.

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