B1: Memory and Self-Doubt

Question 1

Body Paragraph 1

Answer 1

Memory & Self-Doubt

Question 2

Conceptual Topic Sentence

Answer 2

Exploitation of Memory: The exploitation of memory breeds a condition of self-doubt among individuals.

Question 3

Key Points

Answer 3

Self-Deception, Winston’s Characterization, Cognitive Dissonance, Understanding Delusion, Collective Ignorance

Question 4

Self-Deception

Answer 4

“Doublethink” is illustrated as a necessary mechanism for closure in an unreliable world.
Technique: The metaphor describing “doublethink” as “an unending series of victories over your own memory” highlights the Party’s manipulation of subjective memory as a form of control.

Question 5

Winston’s Characterization

Answer 5

Winston’s attempt to “squeeze out a childhood memory of London” reveals his partial capacity to recall the past, signifying his struggle against imposed memory distortion.
Technique: Imagery frames memory as a physical act, showcasing the difficulty of remembrance.

Question 6

Cognitive Dissonance

Answer 6

The emphasis on “some days he believed it, some days not” highlights Winston’s struggle with doublethink, revealing the psychological conflict within.

Question 7

Understanding Delusion

Answer 7

Goldstein’s juxtaposition: “the greater the understanding, the greater the delusion” further underscores the perils of knowledge in a repressive society.

Question 8

Collective Ignorance

Answer 8

Citizens resort to ignorance as a closure mechanism amidst pervasive self-doubt.
Theme: The manipulation of memory breeds self-doubt, compelling individuals to embrace ignorance for the sake of sanity.