Animal Farm Chapter 8 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What was the Sixth Commandment changed to read?

No animal shall kill any other animal WITHOUT CAUSE.

What became Napoleon's formal title?

our Leader, Comrade Napoleon,

What was written on the wall of the big barn?

Minimus' poem about Napoleon & portrait

What job was given to the young pig Pinkeye?

food taster - poison Signup and view all the answers

Name at least two things Mr. Frederick was rumored to have done to the animals.

Practiced cruelties against his animals, flogged an old horse to death. Signup and view all the answers

How is Napoleon transforming?

surrounded by dogs, eating from fancy plates, rarely seen. Signup and view all the answers

What happens in the battle of the windmill?

Frederick attacks the farm, many animals injured, but they retreat after blowing up the windmill. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Squealer say that Snowball poisoned Napoleon's food?

Scapegoat Signup and view all the answers

What new decoration did Napoleon create?

New medal - Order of the Green Banner conferred on himself. Signup and view all the answers

What do the pigs find in the farmhouse that is forbidden?

case of whiskey - the pigs have a party Signup and view all the answers

Why does Napoleon appear to be dying?

He has an all-night party drinking whiskey. Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Frederick betray Napoleon?

pays for the wood with forged banknotes. Signup and view all the answers

How does the 5th Commandment change?

No animal shall drink alcohol TO EXCESS. Signup and view all the answers

What does infanticide mean?

act of killing an infant Signup and view all the answers

What does capitulate mean?

to surrender Signup and view all the answers

What are machinations?

Crafty schemes or plots Signup and view all the answers

What is a sentinel?

guard; sentry Signup and view all the answers

What does distill mean?

purify; extract the essential elements of Signup and view all the answers

What is a five-pound note?

English currency - (5 is the value) Signup and view all the answers

What does conferred mean?

grant or bestow Signup and view all the answers

What does scapegoat mean?

a person or group that bears the blame for another Signup and view all the answers

Why don't the animals initially feel victorious after the battle?

The battle was extremely brutal and costly. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the animals shocked when Napoleon sells the timber to Mr. Frederick?

They believed he was going to sell to Mr. Pilkington. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't the animals dispute Squealer's claims about their quality of life?

They have begun to forget what life was like under Mr. Jones. Signup and view all the answers

What happens the morning after Napoleon discovers Mr. Frederick's trick?

Mr. Frederick and his men blow up the windmill. Signup and view all the answers

What is Napoleon planning to do with the new knowledge about distillation?

Convert the retirement field to grow barley for whiskey. Signup and view all the answers

What was Boxer's reaction to Napoleon declaring victory at the Battle of the Windmill?

Boxer questions the victory - 'we have won what we had before...' Signup and view all the answers

What does censure mean?

to criticize harshly Signup and view all the answers

What does vile mean?

morally reprehensible; disgusting Signup and view all the answers

What does conciliatory mean?

making peace; overcoming distrust or hostility Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Commandments and Changes

Sixth Commandment altered to "No animal shall kill any other animal WITHOUT CAUSE."
Fifth Commandment changed to "No animal shall drink alcohol TO EXCESS."

Leadership and Titles

Napoleon's formal title is "our Leader, Comrade Napoleon."
Napoleon appears increasingly authoritative, often surrounded by dogs and adorned with medals.

Events and Actions

Minimus' poem celebrates Napoleon and is displayed on the barn wall.
Young pig Pinkeye appointed as Napoleon's food taster to prevent poisoning.
Mr. Frederick from Foxwood rumored to commit brutal acts against his animals.

Battle of the Windmill

Frederick attacks the farm, resulting in severe injuries to many animals, including the destruction of the windmill.
Casualties include a cow, three sheep, and two geese.

Deception and Betrayal

Snowball is falsely accused of poisoning Napoleon's food, serving as a scapegoat for other issues.
Mr. Frederick betrays Napoleon by paying with forged banknotes to acquire timber.

Aftermath of the Battle

Animals feel defeated despite "victory" due to heavy losses incurred during the battle.
Following the discovery of Frederick's deceit, he and his men retaliate by blowing up the windmill.

The pigs discover whiskey in the farmhouse, holding a party that leads to Napoleon appearing incapacitated.
Napoleon plans to grow barley for whiskey production, signaling a shift in priorities.

Animals' Perspectives

Boxer expresses doubts about the victory, questioning the actual gains compared to their previous state under Mr. Jones.
Animals don't contest Squealer's claims of improvement in their lives due to fading memories of life before rebellion.

Vocabulary and Definitions

Infanticide: The act of killing an infant.
Capitulate: To surrender.
Machination: Crafty schemes or plots.
Sentinel: A guard or sentry.
Distill: To purify or extract essential elements.
Conferred: To grant or bestow.
Scapegoat: A person or group that bears blame for others.

Emotional Responses

Animals' shock arises from Napoleon selling timber to Mr. Frederick, despite previously demonizing him.
The aftermath of the battle is shrouded in gloom, diminishing feelings of triumph and victory among the animals.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards focused on Chapter 8 of 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell. Explore key concepts such as the changing commandments and the leadership of Napoleon. These cards will help reinforce your understanding of the text.