Animal Farm 2.2 Our Farm!

From Animal Farm Chapter II (adapted) The rebellion has been successful and Jones has gone. The animals find and cruel tools in the harness room . Then they enter the farmhouse.
Closing section of Chapter II of George Orwell classic, adapted for audio.
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Ideal for classroom use with young learners and/or ESOL/EFL/ESL students.
This version is ideal for classroom use and is aimed at young learners studying for exams like GCSE English literature. It keeps the focus on the story rather than the Russian Revolution parallels, which can be introduced once the central narrative is established.
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My approach to adapting this text has been to focus establishing the central narrative. Animal Farm is often considered an ‘easy’ text but this is misleading. Despite its short length it can be challenging for new readers. One difficulty is that allegorical links to events in the Russian Revolution can confuse readers not familiar early 20th century history.
While staying close to the original text have also made some technical adjustments to increase readability. These include reducing the length of the text by about about half and shortening paragraphs and sentences. I have also replacing reported speech with dialogue where this is effective.
Orwell wanted to create an uncluttered, easily readable story. I have tried to reduce the number of words/phrases/references that will be unfamiliar to contemporary young readers. I have also reducing the use of passive voice and authorial intervention in the narration.