Events
The cage containing this was Winston's idea of the "worst thing in the world".
What are rats?
O'Brien says the rats are on the other side of this during Winston's dream. Winston dares not to open it. Symbolising an attempt to block out his fears.
What is a wall?
This character has a phobia of rats and is forced to endure torture in room 101.
Who is Winston?
This person is speaking. They say, "You asked me once...what is in Room 101".
Who is O'Brien?
O'Brien intended to do this with the cage of rats.
What is to put it on Winston's head?
This symbolises inescape from the Party and the forced torture the citizens endure. In Winston's case, it was this.
What is the mask of rats?
Winston betrays this character in order to save himself. He frantically pushes for someone--anyone--else to bear the pain intended for him.
Who is Julia?
O'Brien is speaking to this person. He says,"In your case...the worst thing in the world happens to be rats."
Who is Winston?
O'Brien threatened that the rats would do this in order to break Winston's spirit.
What is to destroy his face?
This group exerts psychological torture on citizens who "step out of line." They then act as their savior from the relief from pain they later provide.
What is the Party?
This character represents a twist in one's perception of someone. People can be both good and bad, but it is based on what context they are placed in.
Who is O'Brien?
Winston stopped himself from being tortured by telling O'Brien to do it to this person instead. He says, "Do it to ___! Do it to___! Not me! ___!"
Who is Julia?