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What is plot in literature?

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A sequence of events in a story.

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What is verbal irony?

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When a character says something but means the opposite, often for humorous or emphatic effect.

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What is the role of Winston Smith in 1984?

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He works at the Ministry of Truth, editing historical records.

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What is the oppressive government in George Orwell's 1984 called?

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The Party.

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What does the phrase 'Big Brother is Watching You' signify?

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It represents the constant surveillance and control exerted by the Party.

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What is the central theme of 1984?

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The dangers of totalitarianism and the loss of individuality.

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What is situational irony?

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When the outcome of a situation is the opposite of what is expected.

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What is dramatic irony?

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When the audience knows something that the characters do not.

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What is the significance of the Ministry of Truth?

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It is responsible for propaganda and altering historical records to fit the Party's narrative.

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What does 'Ignorance is Strength' mean in 1984?

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It suggests that the lack of knowledge among the populace strengthens the Party's control.