Animal Farm Trailer

What is Going to Happen to the Milk?

Three months pass between the death of Old Major and the actual animal revolt. What were some of the animals doing as they waited? How do their actions foreshadow the possibility that things may not play out as equitably as Old Major had hoped?

Rebellion! Will the Lives of the Animals Improve?

"Man is the only creature that consumes without producing," states Old Major, the older, benevolent boar who first inspires the animals on Manor Farm to consider rebellion rather continued submission. During his speech he clearly points out all the reasons why life would be better for the animals if they were to assume control over their own situation and expel Farmer Jones. However, as he speaks, we get the perfect opportunity to watch the animals and learn about them. What particular characteristics or stereotypes do you begin to associate with what animal and why do you think that characteristic could help or hinder a successful rebellion?