The KGB (Q2: 11)

Quote: "At this there was a terrible baying sound outside, and nine enormous dogs wearing brass-studded collars came bounding into the barn." (57)

This quote talks about when Napoleon calls in his dogs to kill Snowball before he succeeds with the windmill and takes the credit for it. 

I chose this quote because it creates a lot of mood. The diction used creates an anxiety and fear for Snowball from the very intimidating pack of dogs. 

Analysis: The dogs here are very symbolic of the KGB. The KGB were the Soviet secret police, and really came into their own under Stalin's tenure. Later in the story, more parallels are drawn; the dogs play the role of enforcers, rooting out insurrection and executing animals. They also serve as an elite military unit during the Battle of the Windmill. The KGB performed these same functions, and supported the entire Soviet Union by striking fear into the populace of being caught dissenting and subsequently executed. The dogs also support Napoleon's regime, enabling him to beat down questions and will with brutal efficiency.