Animal Farm Chapter 8 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How was the sixth commandment changed?

No animal shall kill any other animal without cause.

What titles did the pigs invent for Napoleon?

Our leader, Comrade Napoleon.

What poem did Minimus write in honor of Napoleon?

Comrade Napoleon.

What terrible stories concerning Mr. Fredrick were circulating around the farm? (Select all that apply)

Intended to bring twenty men, all armed with guns Signup and view all the answers

What name was given to the windmill?

Napoleon Mill. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Napoleon upset with Mr. Fredrick?

He wanted to pay a low price for the lumber, but pretending to be friends with Pilkington caused Fredrick to raise his price by 12 pounds; also, the bank notes turned out to be forgeries. Signup and view all the answers

What battle took place in this chapter?

The Battle of the Windmill. Signup and view all the answers

Did the animals win the battle?

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What new decoration did Napoleon create?

The Order of the Green Banner. Signup and view all the answers

How was the fifth commandment changed?

No animal shall drink alcohol to excess. Signup and view all the answers

What do the animals think of Mr. Fredrick and Mr. Pilkington?

False Signup and view all the answers

List the lies that are told about Snowball to the other animals.

He has been a pensioner of Mr. Jones from the beginning; he entered into a plot to murder Napoleon; he was known to be skulking on Pinchfield farm. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the event surrounding the Battle of the Windmill. Does Pilkington help?

The animals were at breakfast when Frederick and followers attacked; Pilkington sent a message 'serves you right'. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'censured' mean?

To criticize severely. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'demeanor'.

The way in which one behaves. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'beatifically' mean?

Showing extreme joy or bliss. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'deputation'.

A person or group appointed to represent others. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'devotees' mean?

A zealous follower. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'inebriates' refer to?

A drunken person. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'internment'.

To detain or confine. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'machinations'?

A secret plot. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Changes to Commandments

Sixth Commandment altered from "No animal shall kill any other animal" to "No animal shall kill any other animal without cause."
Fifth Commandment modified from "No animal shall drink alcohol" to "No animal shall drink alcohol to excess."

Titles and Honors

Pigs create titles for Napoleon including "Our leader, Comrade Napoleon."
Minimus authors a poem in Napoleon’s honor titled "Comrade Napoleon."

Mr. Frederick and Animal Relations

Terrifying rumors spread about Mr. Frederick: plotting attacks, destroying the windmill, and conspiring with Snowball to murder Napoleon.
Allegations of Mr. Frederick's cruelty include flogging horses to death and starving cows.
Animals harbor distrust towards both Mr. Frederick and Mr. Pilkington.

The Windmill and Battle

The windmill is renamed "Napoleon Mill."
The Battle of the Windmill occurs, where animals initially face an attack while eating breakfast.
Despite sustaining wounds, the animals rally courageously and ultimately drive away the humans, winning the battle.

Aftermath of the Battle

Frederick and his men use dynamite to blow up the windmill, instigating the battle.
Pilkington shows no support, sending a message indicating the animals deserve their fate.
Napoleon awards himself the Order of the Green Banner as a new decoration for valiant service.

Deceit and Lies

Snowball is falsely accused of being a spy for Mr. Jones and conspiring against Napoleon.
Claims include Snowball having been plotted against from the start and residing at Pinchfield Farm.

Vocabulary and Terminology

Censured: To criticize severely.
Demeanor: The way in which one behaves.
Beatifically: Showing extreme joy or bliss.
Deputation: A group appointed to represent others.
Devotees: Zealous followers.
Inebriates: Drunken individuals.
Internment: To detain or confine.
Machinations: Secret plots.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 8 from George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' with these flashcards. Learn about significant changes, characters, and themes as you explore the events and decisions that shape the story in this crucial chapter.