1984 quotes Flashcards

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“freedom is slavery, war is peace, ignorance is strength” (tripartite slogan) T

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“big brother is watching you” (recurring motif) T

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“he well knew even a back can be revealing” (hyperbolic statement) T

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“no dignity of emotions, no deep or complex sorrows” (cumulative listing) Lack of individuality

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“there seemed to be no colour in anything, except the poster…” (symbolism) Lack of individuality

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“its a beautiful thing, the destruction of word” (SYME - irony) Lack of individuality

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“we shall you down to the point… no coming back” (O’Brien - foreshadowing) Lack of individuality

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“winston was about to do start a diary” (

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“The sexual act was rebellion - desire was thoughtcrime”

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