Animal Farm Chapters 6–10: Power and Corruption
Chapter 6
The animals work harder than ever to build the windmill, and Napoleon begins trading with neighboring farms, breaking one of the original commandments. The pigs move into the farmhouse and enjoy luxuries, justifying it as necessary for leadership. When the windmill is destroyed in a storm, Napoleon blames Snowball and uses it to increase fear and control.
Chapter 7
The animals suffer from hunger and harsh conditions. To hide the food shortage, Napoleon uses Mr. Whymper to spread false reports. When some animals confess to crimes (likely coerced), Napoleon has them executed, shocking the rest. The animals are disillusioned but cling to the idea that their suffering is better than under Jones. The song Beasts of England is banned and replaced with a new, less inspiring anthem.
Chapter 8
The animals rebuild the windmill with difficulty. Napoleon tightens his rule, becoming more paranoid. He negotiates with both Pilkington and Frederick. Frederick betrays Napoleon by paying with fake money and then attacks the farm. The animals defend it but the windmill is destroyed again. Despite losses, Squealer claims a great victory. The pigs continue to enjoy special privileges, and the commandments are quietly changed.
Chapter 9
Boxer, the hardworking cart-horse, gets injured. The animals are promised he will be taken to a veterinarian, but he is actually sold to a glue factory. Squealer lies, saying Boxer died peacefully in a hospital. The pigs buy more whiskey with the money. Life gets harder for the animals, but they continue to believe in Animalism and the leadership of Napoleon.
Chapter 10
Years pass. The farm becomes more prosperous, but the animals (except the pigs and dogs) live in poverty. Many have died, and no one remembers the early days clearly. The pigs now walk on two legs, wear clothes, and act like humans. The commandments have been reduced to one: “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” In the final scene, the animals can no longer tell the difference between pigs and humans.
Opinion about Animal Farm
Animal Farm is a powerful and thought-provoking novel. I think George Orwell did an excellent job of showing how power can corrupt even those who start with good intentions. At first, the animals want equality and freedom, but little by little, the pigs become just like the humans they replaced. I found it interesting how the story uses animals to represent real historical events, especially the Russian Revolution.
The book made me reflect on how important it is to question authority and to pay attention to small changes that can lead to injustice. Although it’s short and easy to read, its message is very deep and still relevant today. I believe everyone should read it at least once.
Opinion about Animal Farm
Animal Farm is a short but powerful novel. I think it shows very well how power can change people and lead to injustice. The pigs become like the humans they replaced, and the animals lose their freedom. The story is simple, but its message is very strong and still important today. I really liked it and think it’s worth reading.