B2: Connection and Self-Expression

Question 1

Body Paragraph 2

Answer 1

Connection & Self-Expression

Question 2

Conceptual Topic Sentence

Answer 2

Seeking Connection: In an environment of enforced ignorance, individuals actively seek self-expression and validation through connection.

Question 3

Key Points

Answer 3

Personal Loyalties, Winston’s Alienation, Attraction to O’Brien, Affair with Julia, Acts of Revolt

Question 4

Personal Loyalties

Answer 4

Orwell’s relationship with Sonia in 1948 informs the depiction of loyalty’s significance in sustaining individual expression.

Question 5

Winston’s Alienation

Answer 5

The assertion that “He might be ALONE in holding that belief…” encapsulates Winston’s isolation and inability to validate his memories.

Question 6

Attraction to O’Brien

Answer 6

Winston perceives O’Brien as not merely unorthodox but intelligent, highlighting his desperation for connection with others who share his thoughts.

Question 7

Affair with Julia

Answer 7

The phrase “the process of life had ceased to be intolerable” after meeting Julia emphasizes his reliance on relationships for stability.
Technique: Dramatic language emphasizes dependency on personal connections.

Question 8

Acts of Revolt

Answer 8

Julia’s actions of evasion framed as “not rebelling against authority but simply evading it” liken her to a rabbit dodging a dog, illustrating her subtle rebellion.
Theme: Connections furnish stability and validation, nurturing self-expression within a repressive regime.