Exploring Vocabulary in 1984

What does the word 'dystopia' mean in the context of '1984'?

• A nightmarish society marked by oppression and totalitarian control.

• A community that promotes environmental sustainability and peace.

• A perfect society with complete freedom and happiness.

• A society focused on individualism and personal success.

Find a synonym for 'totalitarian' as used in '1984'.

• anarchic

• democratic

• authoritarian

• liberal

What is the antonym of 'orthodoxy' as it relates to the themes in '1984'?

• dogma

• heresy

• tradition

• conformity

Use the word 'surveillance' in a sentence that reflects its meaning in '1984'.

• The omnipresent surveillance in '1984' ensured that no thought or action went unnoticed by the Party.

• Surveillance was a tool for the citizens to keep the Party in check.

• Surveillance in '1984' was only about monitoring citizens' health.

• The Party used surveillance to promote freedom and individuality.

What prefix in 'unperson' indicates negation, and what does the term mean?

• The prefix 'un-' indicates negation; 'unperson' means a person erased from existence.

• The prefix 'dis-' indicates negation; 'unperson' means a fictional character.

• The prefix 'anti-' indicates negation; 'unperson' means a person who opposes society.

• The prefix 'non-' indicates negation; 'unperson' means a person with no identity.

Identify the suffix in 'propaganda' and explain its significance in '1984'.

• -ganda

• -gand

• -gandae

• -anda

What is the relationship between 'Newspeak' and the concept of language control in '1984'?

• Newspeak is unrelated to language control in '1984'.

• Newspeak is a language that encourages creativity and diversity.

• Newspeak promotes free thought and expression in '1984'.

• Newspeak is a tool for language control that limits thought and expression in '1984'.

Define 'thoughtcrime' and discuss its implications in the society of '1984'.

• The act of expressing loyalty to the Party.

• A form of artistic expression in '1984'.

• 'Thoughtcrime' is the act of thinking against the Party in '1984', leading to severe punishment.

• The process of re-educating Party members.

What does the term 'Big Brother' symbolize in '1984'?

• Big Brother symbolizes totalitarianism, surveillance, and the loss of individuality.

• Big Brother represents freedom and democracy.

• Big Brother is a character who promotes individuality.

• Big Brother symbolizes economic prosperity and growth.

Provide an example of how the word 'repression' is used in the context of '1984' and its impact on society.

• Repression in '1984' refers to the Party's encouragement of free thought and creativity.

• The concept of repression in '1984' promotes a culture of rebellion and resistance against the Party.

• In '1984', repression leads to a society where individuals openly express their emotions and opinions.

• In '1984', repression is used to describe the Party's suppression of individual thought and emotion, resulting in a society dominated by fear and conformity.