Animal Farm | Chapter 3 Summary and Analysis | George Orwell
Chapter 3: The Animals' Utopia and Emerging Inequalities
The Farm's Productivity and Structure
- In Chapter 3, the animals successfully manage the farm independently, achieving the largest harvest in its history. Their efficiency surpasses previous efforts.
- Pigs assume supervisory roles while horses Boxer and Clover become the most productive workers. All animals contribute to farm tasks, including ducks and hens who help prevent waste.
- Despite general productivity, some animals like Molly (the spoiled horse) and a cat neglect their duties. Boxer works harder than ever, while Benjamin the donkey remains indifferent to the Rebellion.
Social Dynamics and Governance
- Weekly flag ceremonies and meetings occur on Sundays; however, tensions arise between Napoleon and Snowball. Meetings conclude peacefully with singing "Beasts of England."
- Foreshadowing hints at future conflicts as pigs claim privileges such as milk and apples under the pretext of needing them for mental labor.
Education and Control
- The pigs express intentions to educate all animals but only a few learn basic reading skills. Napoleon keeps nine puppies for himself without explanation, hinting at future significance.