1984 Literature Analysis Worksheet
English
Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet focusing on analyzing dystopian elements in George Orwell's 1984, aimed at Grade 8 students. It encourages close reading and annotation of key excerpts to understand the novel's themes and literary techniques.
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1984 Literature Analysis Worksheet
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Scene Summary and Context
In George Orwell's 1984, the story is set in a dystopian future where the Party, led by Big Brother, maintains absolute control over every aspect of citizens' lives. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works at the Ministry of Truth, where he alters historical records to fit the Party's narrative. The society is characterized by pervasive surveillance, propaganda, and the suppression of individual thought, which is considered thoughtcrime. Orwell depicts a world where freedom is systematically eradicated, and truth itself is manipulated. Short phrases such as 'Big Brother is watching,' 'thoughtcrime,' and 'doublethink' serve as powerful symbols of totalitarian control. Winston's internal conflict and desire for truth challenge the oppressive regime, creating tension that drives the narrative. Orwell's use of bleak settings, uniform language, and propaganda posters reinforces the dystopian atmosphere, emphasizing themes of conformity and loss of personal identity. The novel explores how language and information are used as tools of power, illustrating the importance of truth in maintaining individual freedom and societal integrity.
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Questions on Dystopian Elements & Techniques
Answer the following questions based on the scene summary and your annotations.
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Identify one phrase from the summary that symbolizes surveillance in 1984.
[2 marks]2.
Describe how the society in 1984 suppresses individual thought, according to the summary.
[3 marks]3.
What literary technique does Orwell use when describing the setting as 'bleak' and 'uniform'? How does this contribute to the dystopian atmosphere?
[3 marks]4.
Select the phrase from the context that best illustrates the manipulation of truth.
Aa) 'Society is characterized by pervasive surveillance'
Bb) 'The society is characterized by pervasive surveillance'
Cc) 'The society is characterized by pervasive surveillance, propaganda, and the suppression of individual thought'
Dd) 'The society is characterized by pervasive surveillance'
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Explain the significance of the phrase 'thoughtcrime' as a symbol in Orwell’s dystopian society.
[3 marks]6.
Identify and explain one example of how Orwell's use of propaganda posters enhances the dystopian setting.
[3 marks]7.
Analyze how Orwell’s use of specific phrases like 'doublethink' contribute to the themes of control and manipulation.
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Based on the summary, write a short paragraph explaining how language serves as a tool of power in 1984.
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Creative Writing: Imagine you are Winston writing a secret diary entry. Describe your feelings about the society you live in and your desire for truth. Use at least two quotes or phrases from the summary.
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- 12/31/2025
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