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'Animal Farm': developing analytical paragraphs on Squealer

Animal Farm: lies and deception

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils explore the importance of lies and deception in 'Animal Farm'. They first look at deception, before developing their analytical skills by practising selecting judicious quotations and weaving context into their responses. They finally plan an essay on lies and propaganda.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to develop an extended response on the character of Squealer.

Key Notes

  • When analysing characters it is important to acknowledge they are a construct.
  • Commenting on characterisation with reference to methods and themes is an effective analytical strategy.
  • Commenting on the progression of a character can help develop analysis.
  • Linking to structure, form and style will elevate your analysis.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • Juxtapose: Opposite things or ideas placed next to, or near, each other to emphasise contrast.
  • Pivtotal: Describes something of crucial importance.
  • Sycophant: A person who praises someone with authority or higher status to gain an advantage.
  • Integral: To be completely necessary or important to something.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • The characters are referred to as real people. For example "Old Major describes himself as ..."

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

When analysing characters it is important to acknowledge they are a construct. Commenting on characterisation with reference to methods and themes is an effective analytical strategy.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'Juxtapose'

Opposite things or ideas placed next to, or near, each other to emphasise contrast.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: The characters are referred to as real people. For example "Old Major describes himself as ...". Correction: Think about the purpose of the characters and why Orwell has constructed them the way he has.

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