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Writing Questions 1. Do you think it’s fair that those who are more educated or more skilled—like the pigs in Animal Farm—have more influence in decision making? Part II Consider how decisions are made in your community or in the nation.

Christine: Yes, I think that it is fair that those who are more educated or more skilled, because they know what is best for others. Others, who are less educated, may not know what is the best for themselves and therefore may make ignorant decisions, that affect them negatively. However, I think that in order for the system to be truly fair, the more educated and skilled must take into accounts the opinions of others. Similar to the Animal Farm, decisions are made by a select few who are more educated and skilled in their respective areas and therefore are elected into the positions of power.

James: I disagree and personally think that every animal, whether ignorant or wise, should have more influences in decision making of the farm. This is partially because they are the ones that make up the majority of the society and even though the farm is supposed to be a "Communist Farm", it should yield more rights to the animals and let their thoughts and opinions influence the farm's choices. In our country, we have democracy, so our thoughts and voices somewhat influence the decision making of the country.

jane : I think that the more educated and skillful one like the pigs in the book can have more influence on decision making. Without pigs, I think that tradings with other farms, making commandments, plans for windmill and harvest will not occurred. I think that the animals needed a source or power which actually made them to start rebel against Mr. Jones. For example, Old Major was just the one who inspired all the animals and told lots of useful information, but not the actions. However, I think that the pigs should not become evil or greedy about their power. They should treat all the animals equally and giving advices or information that are useful in their farms. (jc)

Sarah: I also disagree because the ones who are smarter really don't know what's better for the other animals. The pigs decided to take away the hens' eggs, which they were unhappy about. Everybody should have an opinion on the rules in the environment where they live in. Also, if only the smart ones are the ones who influence the society more, than there is a high chance of corruption, and the society could only become beneficial for the smarter ones, just like the monarchy was for the richer ones. At our school, the teachers make all the decisions, and that's something I think we all disagree with. For example, most of the students were against the After-School Policy (when it existed). We had no say in the rule, and were not formally informed on why it was put in to place, and why it was banished! Things Fall Apart Introduction Mending Wall Narrative Christine Poetry Quiz Nice how you are able to make so many inferences about the Envoy with these lines. Okay. 8/8 Love how you named her Barbara. You could have used just a little more evidence from the poem, but his works. 5.5/6 Babylon OPE Christine Christine's Blogs Finals Reflection Christine Metamorphosis OPE