Naomi Garcia
7th ELA
Mrs. Lopez
2/6/22
Who Helped Napoleon
Throughout the book “Animal Farm”, Napoleon slowly gains power and control over the farm, and slowly gains more of this much desired power as the book progresses. However, Napoleon did not achieve this power by himself. One of his main supporters is Squealer. I think Squealer was the most influential in helping Napoleon because he makes a speech that supports him. In Chapter V of “Animal Farm”, Squealer claims that Napoleon is self- sacrificing by taking on the “burden” of leadership. “Comrades,” he said, “ I trust that every animal here appreciates the sacrifice Comrade Napoleon has made in taking this extra labor upon himself. Do not imagine that leadership is a pleasure!” (55). Squealer chooses his
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This is a fundamental step in securing power. In his speech, Squealer uses the animals' fear of Jones to convince them into following Napoleon's commands. Squealer claims that Jones will return to the farm if the animals do not obey Napoleon. While the claim may be ridiculous, with no evidence, the animals are obliged to believe Squealer out of fear. “One false step, and our enemies would be upon us. Surely comrades, you do not want Jones back?”(56). Squealer convinces the animals to stop holding debates in order to keep Jones away, and they do this willingly, giving Napoleon a large advantage over maintaining his status as leader. Squealer’s convincing speeches in support of Napoleon strike a chord with Boxer. Boxer is a loyal and hardworking animal on the farm that the other animals look up to. Boxer comes up with the motto “Napoleon is always right”. “If Napoleon says it, it must be right.” (56) Because Boxer is such a hardworking and strong character, the other animals look up to him, and start to follow his motto. Overall, Squealer’s persuasiveness helps win the trust and admiration of the animals, and in turn, allowed Napoleon to