1984 Themes Quiz

What is the main theme of '1984'?

• Freedom and rebellion

• Technology and progress

• Love and compassion

• Tradition and stability

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CCSS.RL.8.2

What does Winston initially believe is the only possible way to overthrow the Party?

• Violent revolution

• Spreading awareness through literature

• Reforming the Party from within

• Seeking help from foreign governments

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.W.8.9A

True or False: The protagonist, Winston, eventually becomes an obedient follower of the Party.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which character offers a subtle form of rebellion by renting a room above Mr. Charrington's shop?

• Syme

• Parsons

• Julia

• O'Brien

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CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the significance of the phrase 'War is Peace' in '1984'?

• It reflects the Party's contradictory propaganda

• It represents the Party's commitment to world peace

• It highlights the Party's military strategy

• It symbolizes the protagonist's inner conflict

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which quote from '1984' best captures the theme of surveillance and manipulation?

• "Big Brother is watching you"

• "Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two make four"

• "Ignorance is strength"

• "We shall meet in the place where there is no darkness"

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.W.8.9A

Who is the author of the dystopian novel '1984'?

• Aldous Huxley

• George Orwell

• Ray Bradbury

• Margaret Atwood

What is the purpose of the Thought Police in '1984'?

• To encourage free thinking

• To maintain emotional well-being

• To eliminate dissent and independent thinking

• To protect citizens from external threats

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2