1984 Review

Front

What is the only reality that matters according to O’Brien?

Back

The reality inside the human mind.

Front

What is the psychological principle that allows an individual to believe contradictory ideas at the same time?

Back

Doublethink.

Front

Who is referred to as 'the enemy of the people' and is the head of the Brotherhood?

Back

Goldstein.

Front

True or False: One goal of the Party is to maintain economic inequality between the classes of its society.

Back

True.

Front

What is Big Brother and the Party only interested in?

Back

Power.

Front

Define 'Doublethink'.

Back

The ability to hold two contradictory beliefs in one’s mind simultaneously and accept both of them.

Front

What does the term 'Thoughtcrime' refer to in 1984?

Back

The act of thinking against the Party, which is considered a criminal offense.

Front

What is the significance of 'Big Brother' in the novel?

Back

Big Brother symbolizes the Party's surveillance and control over the populace.

Front

Explain the concept of 'Newspeak'.

Back

A language created by the Party to limit freedom of thought and concepts that pose a threat to the regime.

Front

What role does propaganda play in 1984?

Back

Propaganda is used to manipulate and control the thoughts and beliefs of the citizens.