Why do the animals confess to their crimes in chapter seven of Animal Farm?

The forced confessions is a major part of chapter 7. In order to
consolidate his own power, Napoleon orchestrates the demonstration of the forced confessions. The
animals do not confess out of their own volition. Rather, they confess under extreme pressure and
force, believing that a public confession could spare them from Napoleon's brutality. As is
shown, it does not. Additionally, the forced confessions are also designed to divert attention
from the food shortages and the challenges the animals undergo while living on the farm. Napoleon
understands that ensuring their obedience is crucial during trying and difficult times. This is
why he orchestrates the ceremony where he is awarded and those who have "betrayed" Animal Farm
with voicing dissent or supporting Snowball are executed. The forced confessions also coincides
with the teaching of a new slogan where "loyalty" to Animal Farm becomes all that
matters.