1984 Final Review

Front

Who is referred to as 'the enemy of the people' in 1984?

Back

Goldstein

Front

Why are the living conditions for citizens not improved in 1984?

Back

The citizens would become too comfortable and intelligent and would rebel.

Front

Describe Winston Smith's physical condition and occupation.

Back

Winston is a frail 39-year-old who suffers from a varicose ulcer and works for the Ministry of Truth.

Front

What does Winston believe will ultimately defeat the Party?

Back

The spirit of man.

Front

What is Winston's fate at the end of 1984?

Back

He has been cured and loves Big Brother.

Front

What is the role of Big Brother in 1984?

Back

Big Brother is the figurehead of the Party, representing totalitarian control and surveillance.

Front

What is the significance of the Brotherhood in 1984?

Back

The Brotherhood is an underground resistance movement against the Party, led by Goldstein.

Front

Explain the concept of 'doublethink' in 1984.

Back

Doublethink is the ability to hold two contradictory beliefs simultaneously and accept both as true.

Front

What does the Ministry of Truth do?

Back

The Ministry of Truth is responsible for propaganda, altering historical records, and controlling information.

Front

What is the purpose of Newspeak in 1984?

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Newspeak is a language designed to limit freedom of thought and make dissent impossible.