1984 Book 1 Reading Comprehension Check

1. Who is the protagonist of the novel, and what is his job at the Ministry of Truth?

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

1. What is the significance of the Party's motto, "War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength"?

1. Describe the setting of the novel in Book 1. What is the state of the world and society in this dystopian future?

1. How does the Party control and manipulate historical records and information?

1. What is the purpose of the telescreens in the world of "1984," and how do they impact the lives of the citizens?

1. What is the Two Minutes Hate, and why is it significant in the novel?

1. Who is Big Brother, and how is his image used to maintain control over the population?

1. Explain the concept of doublethink and provide an example from Book 1.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

1. What is thoughtcrime, and why is it a severe offense in the world of "1984"?

1. Describe Winston Smith's initial feelings towards the Party and Big Brother in Book 1. How do his thoughts and emotions change as the story progresses?

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3