Analyzing Chapter 1 of George Orwell's 1984

What is the new name for London in the novel 1984?

• Airstrip 1

• New London

• Eastasia

• Oceania

Which ministry does Winston Smith work for?

• Ministry of Plenty

• Ministry of Peace

• Ministry of Love

• Ministry of Truth

What is the main function of the telescreen in Winston's apartment?

• Entertainment only

• Surveillance and broadcast

• Decoration

• Communication

What does the omnipresence of the telescreen symbolize in Winston's life?

• Freedom

• Surveillance

• Entertainment

• Isolation

Why is writing in a diary considered a rebellious act?

• It is wasteful

• It is illegal

• It is personal

• It is outdated

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What does 'thoughtcrime' imply in the context of 1984?

• Writing a diary

• Supporting the Party

• Thinking independently

• Committing a crime

What is the consequence of committing 'thoughtcrime' according to the Party?

• Promotion

• Re-education

• Fines

• Vaporization

Who is the target of the Two Minutes Hate that Winston witnesses?

• Big Brother

• Winston Smith

• Emmanuel Goldstein

• O'Brien

What emotion does the Party aim to generate through the Two Minutes Hate?

• Excitement

• Fear

• Indifference

• Joy

How does the Party use fear to control the population?

• By promoting peace

• By encouraging education

• By offering rewards

• By instilling hatred

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CCSS.RL.7.4

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