symbols of animal farm (meaning)
the whip
abusive power
the farmhouse
center of control and wealth, high class, privilege
the 9 dogs
control by intimidation
benjamin
criticizers, pessimists, realism
mollie
exploiters, bourgeoisie, capitalism, thrived to be highest class
the pigs
exploiters, followers
boxer
hardworking, lower class, under-appreciated, easily influenced
the windmill
industrialization, growth of technology
jones
irresponsible, neglectful leader, abusive
the flag
national flag
"beasts of england"
nationalism, anthem, song of rebellion, unity, hope
old major
original leader, philosophy for change
squealer
propaganda, manipulative, persuasive
moses
religion, heaven, better place
snowball
thoughts of rebellion, possible traitor
napoleon
tyrant, dictator