1984, Orwell Flashcards
What is the setting of the opening scene in ‘1984’?
A bright cold day in April with the clocks striking thirteen
The unusual time suggests a distortion of reality.
Fill in the blank: The Ministry of Truth is known as _______ in Newspeak.
Minitrue
What are the three slogans of the Party?
- WAR IS PEACE
- FREEDOM IS SLAVERY
- IGNORANCE IS STRENGTH
What is the significance of the Ministry of Love?
It is the most frightening Ministry with no windows, maintaining law and order.
What does the term ‘doublethink’ refer to?
The ability to hold two contradictory beliefs simultaneously.
What does Winston consume to alter his mood?
Victory Gin
What type of government structure is depicted in ‘1984’?
A totalitarian regime that employs constant surveillance and propaganda.
Fill in the blank: The Ministry of Plenty is responsible for _______.
economic affairs
What does Winston struggle to remember about his childhood?
He cannot recall any clear memories of London.
How does Winston describe the world outside his window?
Cold and devoid of color, except for the posters.
What does Winston’s diary entry start with?
April 4th, 1984.
What does Winston note about the audience’s reaction to the war films?
They found humor in violent scenes.
What is the significance of the phrase ‘thought police’?
They monitor and punish thought crimes.
Fill in the blank: Winston’s job at the Ministry of Truth involves _______.
news, entertainment, education, and the fine arts
Who is Emmanuel Goldstein?
The Enemy of the People
A figure associated with treachery and counter-revolutionary activities against the Party.
What does the scarlet sash symbolize?
Chastity
Worn by members of the Junior Anti-Sex League, representing the Party’s stance on sexual purity.
What was Winston’s impression of the girl from the Fiction Department?
Dangerous
He felt unease and hostility towards her due to her strong adherence to Party ideology.
What is the primary emotion experienced during the Two Minutes Hate?
Rage and vindictiveness
Participants often lose control and express a primal urge to harm perceived enemies.
Fill in the blank: Goldstein’s face is described as having a _______.
sheep-like quality
This reflects the perception of Goldstein as both clever and inherently despicable.
True or False: Winston believes that he is able to control his feelings during the Two Minutes Hate.
False
Winston experiences an uncontrollable participation in the group’s emotions.
What happens to the group during the climax of the Two Minutes Hate?
They chant ‘B-B! …B-B!’
This chant serves as a form of self-hypnosis and collective emotional expression.
What does Winston feel towards Big Brother during the Hate?
Adoration
His feelings fluctuate, showing the psychological manipulation of the Party.
What effect does the Two Minutes Hate have on individual identity?
It erases individuality and promotes collective identity
Participants often lose their personal thoughts and feelings in the frenzy.
What does Winston’s hatred towards the dark-haired girl reveal about his character?
His internal conflict and repressed desires
He projects his anger towards her as a substitute for his feelings of attraction.
What is the significance of the Two Minutes Hate in the society described?
It serves as a ritual for collective emotional expression and self-hypnosis
The Two Minutes Hate is a daily event where citizens express their hatred for enemies of the state, specifically Big Brother.
What does Winston experience during the Two Minutes Hate?
He feels horror despite sharing in the chanting
Winston feels compelled to chant along with others, despite his internal horror.
What does Winston think about the existence of the Brotherhood?
He fluctuates between believing and doubting its existence
Winston’s belief in the Brotherhood is influenced by rumors and fleeting signs he perceives.
What is ‘Thoughtcrime’?
The act of thinking against the Party, considered the essential crime
Thoughtcrime is punishable by the Thought Police and cannot be hidden indefinitely.
Fill in the blank: ‘Your one-time existence was denied and then _______.’
forgotten
This reflects the totalitarian regime’s power to erase individuals from memory.
How does Winston feel after writing ‘DOWN WITH BIG BROTHER’ repeatedly?
He feels a twinge of panic and considers abandoning the diary
Despite the panic, he continues writing due to the futility of trying to hide his thoughts.
What does Winston’s automatic writing reveal about his state of mind?
It indicates a deep-seated rebellion against Big Brother
His subconscious urges him to express his dissent, even in a dangerous environment.
