Symbols
What does the Eye symbol represent in 1984?
Surveillance
What is the name of the manufactured entity watching the main character in the story?
Big Brother
What is the name of the state of society in which the book takes place?
Dystopia
What is the party’s concept of holding two contradictory beliefs at once?
Doublethink
What does Big Brother represent in 1984?
Absolute power/control over people
Where does Winston work at the beginning of 1984?
The Ministry of Truth
In what country does the book take place?
Oceania
What is the language created by the party in an attempt to limit “thoughtcrime”?
Newspeak
What might Winston’s Diary represent in 1984?
Rebellion and a want to remember/stay sane
What was the name of Winston’s eventual lover?
Julia
What is the name of the ruling political system in 1984?
INGSOC
Fill in the blank: “War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is _____”
Strength
What does 2+2=5 represent in 1984?
Symbolizes the Party’s control/distortion of the truth
Who is an inner party member, Winston’s capturer, and torturer?
O’Brian
Which department does Winston work in at his job?
Records Department
What does the party control through the Ministry of Truth in order to ensure they are never incorrect?
History/Information
What do the Telescreens represent in 1984?
Government Surveillance/destruction of privacy
What is the name of the old man who betrays Winston?
Mr. Charrington
Where does Winston live in 1984?
London/Airstrip one
What is the main theme employed by the party and explored by Winston’s progression as a character?
The erosion of individual identity/privacy