B1: Memory and Doubt

Question 1

Body Paragraphs
Paragraph 1

Answer 1

Memory and Doubt

Question 2

Main Theme

Answer 2

Memory can make people unsure of themselves.

Question 3

Example Quotes

Answer 3

“Doublethink”, Winston’s Memory, “Some days he believed it, some days not”, “Ignorance is Strength”, “The greater the understanding, the greater the delusion”

Question 4

“Doublethink”

Answer 4

A tricky way to convince yourself of something that’s not true.
Meaning: People have to lie to themselves to feel better in a messed-up world.

Question 5

Winston’s Memory

Answer 5

He tries to remember things from his childhood.
Meaning: Winston can remember some good times, but it makes him feel even more confused.

Question 6

“Some days he believed it, some days not”

Answer 6

Winston struggles to decide what’s real.
Meaning: It shows how hard it is for him to trust his own thoughts.

Question 7

“Ignorance is Strength”

Answer 7

A slogan that means not knowing things can protect you.
Meaning: The government tells people that not knowing the truth keeps them safe.

Question 8

“The greater the understanding, the greater the delusion”

Answer 8

The smarter you are, the more confused you can become.
Meaning: Being clever doesn’t always help; it can make things worse.

Question 9

How to Adapt

Answer 9

If a question asks about memory, use these ideas to explain how it creates doubt and confusion in Winston.