What Is Chapter 8 About In Animal Farm?

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In Chapter 8,

the pigs sell lumber to Frederick, who then leads men to attach Animal Farm

. The animals drive them off in what is then known as The Battle of the Windmill. The pigs find whiskey and get drunk and continue altering the commandments by adding phrases to them to suit their needs.

How does Napoleon see himself in Chapter 8?

In Chapter 8, Napolean becomes reclusive and is seldom seen in public. When he does appear,

a black cockerel announces his entrance before Napolean

speaks. Napolean also begins to take on various titles.

Who dies in Chapter 8 of Animal Farm?

Jones’s hat. In the morning, Squealer is the first to emerge at nine a.m. He announces that

Napoleon

is dying because Snowball poisoned his food. Squealer says that Napoleon’s final pronouncement that drinking alcohol is punishable by death.

What happens in chapter 9 in Animal Farm?

Summary and Analysis Chapter 9.

After celebrating their so-called victory against Frederick, the animals begin building a new windmill

. … Meanwhile, more and more of the animals’ rations are reduced while the pigs continue to grow fatter. Animal Farm is eventually proclaimed a Republic, and Napoleon is elected President.

What battle took place in Chapter 8 of Animal Farm?

Chapter 8:

The Battle of the Windmill

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Why was Comrade Napoleon dying?

Why was Comrade Napoleon dying?

Napoleon had apparently had to much whiskey and he was hungover, not dying

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Why does squealer tell the animals that Napoleon is dying?

Why does Squealer report that Napoleon is dying?

He was drunk and hungover

. But they blame Snowball for poisoning Napoleon. A few days later the animals found another commandment they “had remembered wrong” Which on was it?

What name does Napoleon give himself?

Firstly, in Chapter Five, he becomes known as

“our Leader, Comrade Napoleon”

and, in Chapter Eight, Minimus, one of the pigs, writes an anthem in his honour. Napoleon has this anthem inscribed on the wall of the barn, next to the Seven Commandments, along with a portrait of himself.

Why is the ending of Animal Farm ironic?

The situational irony in the piece is

that the animals took over the farm so they could run it themselves

. They didn’t like the way they were being treated by the humans, but in the end they end up exactly like them.

What dealings does Napoleon have with?

Napoleon trades with

pilkington and Fredrick

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What were boxer’s last words?

He tells the distraught animals that Boxer had whispered in a very weak voice that his only regret “was to have passed on before the windmill was finished.” Squealer further states that Boxer’s last words were to encourage the animals forward,

that Animal Farm should prosper, and that Napoleon, who is always right,

Why did Napoleon get rid of Boxer?

There was a promise made and a pasture set aside to be dedicated to retired animals and Boxer believed he would have a chance to spend his last days in leisure there. Napoleon

betrays Boxer by denying him the right to retire and tricks him into believing

that he is going to be treated for the injury he has sustained.

Who has fathered the 31 piglets?

Four sows give birth to 31 piglets, and

Napoleon

is the father of them all.

Who destroyed the windmill in Animal Farm?

Knowing that the animals are not familiar with money,

Frederick

pays for the timber in forged banknotes. When the forgery is discovered, Frederick attacks Animal Farm and destroys the windmill. The insulted Mr. Pilkington refuses to help the animals defend their farm.

How does Mr Frederick betray Napoleon?

Frederick tricks Napoleon

by paying for timber with counterfeit money

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What does Napoleon lie about in Animal Farm?

Napoleon is telling the farm animals one thing—

that all animals are equal; that everyone is working together

—and he’s telling the humans another thing: that the pigs are co-owners of the farm. And you know what? These lies seem to be working out pretty well for him.

Diane Mitchell
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Diane Mitchell is an animal lover and trainer with over 15 years of experience working with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and horses. She has worked with leading animal welfare organizations. Diane is passionate about promoting responsible pet ownership and educating pet owners on the best practices for training and caring for their furry friends.