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- ISSN: 2382-6282 (Print); 2972-3108 (Online)
- Abbreviated Title: Int. J. Lang. Lit. Linguist.
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- DOI: 10.18178/IJLLL
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IJLLL 2022 Vol.8(3): 178-181 ISSN: 2382-6282
DOI: 10.18178/IJLLL.2022.8.3.344
DOI: 10.18178/IJLLL.2022.8.3.344
Analysis of Squealer’s Character in Animal Farm Based on Turn-Taking Theory
Yindi Chen and Meiyan Liu
Abstract—Squealer in the novella Animal Farm is rarely
studied. However, as the mouthpiece of the ruling class,
Squealer’s character is worth exploring. Therefore, this paper
intends to study his character on the basis of turn-taking theory.
Analysis reveals that, to hold his turn, Squealer employs spacemaking
strategies and monologue, which displays his duplicity
and arrogance. Besides, he seizes the chance to take his turn by
means of interruptions with irrelevant words, indicating his
indifference and selfishness. When yielding his turn, he
nominates other animals with threatening words, showing his
hypocrisy and cunning. Conclusion is drawn that, for the sake
of his class, Squealer tends to muzzle other animals’ thought to
consolidate their rule.
Index Terms—Turn taking theory, character, space-making strategies, monologue, interruption, nomination.
The authors are with the Northwestern Polytechnical University, China (e-mail: cyd2972636516@163.com, myliu@nwpu.edu.cn).
Index Terms—Turn taking theory, character, space-making strategies, monologue, interruption, nomination.
The authors are with the Northwestern Polytechnical University, China (e-mail: cyd2972636516@163.com, myliu@nwpu.edu.cn).
Cite:Yindi Chen and Meiyan Liu, "Analysis of Squealer’s Character in Animal Farm Based on Turn-Taking Theory," International Journal of Languages, Literature and Linguistics vol. 8, no. 3, pp. 178-181, 2022.