Worksheet on 1984 - Big Brother
English
Year 9
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~16 mins
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A worksheet covering analysis and annotation of the theme of Big Brother in George Orwell's 1984. Designed to develop students' understanding of narrative techniques and thematic elements.
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Worksheet on 1984 - Big Brother
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Introduction to Big Brother in 1984
In George Orwell's 1984, Big Brother represents the omnipresent surveillance and authoritarian control exercised by the Party. The novel depicts a dystopian society where citizens are constantly monitored by telescreens, and the phrase 'Big Brother is watching you' serves as both a warning and a symbol of oppressive power. The leadership maintains its dominance through propaganda, fear, and the suppression of individuality. The concept of Big Brother is central to the novel’s critique of totalitarian regimes, illustrating how the state uses propaganda and fear to manipulate and control the populace. The phrase evokes feelings of paranoia and loss of privacy, symbolising the invasive gaze that permeates every aspect of life in Oceania. Orwell’s depiction employs language that underscores the threatening omnipresence of the Party, often using short, commanding sentences and slogans to reinforce authority. The character of Big Brother, though never fully seen, embodies the oppressive force that enforces conformity, loyalty, and the suppression of dissent.
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What does Big Brother symbolise in the novel 1984?
[2 marks]2.
Describe the role of propaganda in maintaining Big Brother’s authority.
[3 marks]3.
Identify two literary techniques Orwell uses to depict the omnipresence of Big Brother.
Aa) Dramatic irony and symbolism
Bb) Short, commanding sentences and slogans
Cc) Metaphor and allegory
Dd) Hyperbole and foreshadowing
4.
Explain how Orwell’s use of language creates a sense of fear and control.
[5 marks]5.
What is the significance of the phrase 'Big Brother is watching you'?
[2 marks]6.
Discuss how Big Brother’s image manipulates the individual’s sense of privacy.
[4 marks]7.
Identify a phrase from the passage that exemplifies the authoritarian tone used by Orwell.
[2 marks]8.
Reflect on how the depiction of Big Brother influences the reader’s perception of power and control.
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- 12/31/2025
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