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Animal Farm Propaganda Project
English I Honors
In groups of two, your task is to create a political campaign for one of the characters in Animal
Farm. Ask yourselves…if you were an animal on Animal Farm, who would you want to see in
charge? Once you’ve chosen your character, do the following:
Your campaign must include:
Poster/visual
Political speech including propaganda techniques
Poster/Visual:
Create a poster / visual for your character like the propaganda posters you have seen in
this class
You can hand draw this or create it on the computer to be displayed on the promethean
board
Your poster must include at least 3 propaganda techniques to promote your character’s
political campaign
Your poster should have a slogan on it too. Ex- Vote for… and the…
Political Speech:
Your speech should be organized in this manner:
Introduction
Body 1- Describe the present situation
Body 2- Provide a vision of a better future
Body 3- Call to action
Conclusion
Minimum of 1 minute (should be at least a page)
Typed, double-spaced copy must be in my hands before you deliver the speech (one
copy per group with all names on it)
Your speech must have:
o At least one rhetorical question- a question you don’t expect an answer
to
o At least one metaphor- direct comparison of two unlike things
o Repetition
o Propaganda techniques
Propaganda Techniques: (Please include at least 3 of the following techniques in your speech)
- Loaded words or phrases
-Stereotyping
- Name calling
-Demoralizing the Enemy
- Euphemisms
-Glittering Generalities
- Bandwagon
- Testimonial
- Transference
- Bad Logic
- Fear
Grading
Presentation / Speaking Grade—30 points
You may display your speech on a power point or use notecards.
You MAY NOT use the completed speech in front of the class
You must learn your speech, but you may use notecards with key words and phrases
All group members must speak for about the same amount of time.
(5 points each) 30 points
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You speak at an appropriate rate of speed
The volume of your voice is appropriate for the size of the room and the audience
You keep your head up, stand tall, use good posture, and display self confidence
Your facial expressions, body language, and attitude convey interest and enthusiasm in
your subject matter
o You make good eye contact with the audience
o You do not make distracting mannerisms throughout your presentation
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Writing/Composition Grade—50 points
Paper: (5 points each) 35 points
At least one metaphor- direct comparison of two unlike things
At least one rhetorical question- a question you don’t expect an answer to
Repetition
Describe the present situation
Provide a vision of a better future
Call to action
Propaganda techniques (3)
Poster / Visual (15 points)
Follows directions given
Speeches will begin Tuesday 12/10. Each group will be chosen at random, so you must be
prepared to go any day of presentations.