Worksheet on 1984: Themes of Control
English
Grade 6
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~18 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the theme of control in George Orwell's 1984, with an emphasis on social issues, designed for Grade 6 students. It includes a scene summary, context guide, and varied questions for analysis and creative writing.
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Worksheet on 1984: Themes of Control
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Introduction to Control in 1984
Scene Summary:
In George Orwell's novel 1984, the society is under strict surveillance by a totalitarian regime that exerts control over every aspect of citizens' lives. The Party manipulates truth, suppresses dissent, and enforces conformity through propaganda and fear. Winston Smith, the protagonist, works at the Ministry of Truth, where his job is to alter historical records to fit the Party's narrative. This control extends to thoughts, as the concept of 'thoughtcrime' illustrates the extent of oppression—any individual who harbors dissenting thoughts is at risk of punishment. The novel highlights social issues such as loss of privacy, freedom, and individuality, reflecting concerns about government overreach and authoritarianism in society. Small phrases like 'Big Brother is watching you' symbolize pervasive surveillance and social control.
Context Guide:
1984 was written in 1949, emerging from a post-World War II context where totalitarian regimes like Nazi Germany and Stalinist Soviet Union demonstrated the dangers of unchecked government power. Orwell's work warns against the rise of oppressive governments that manipulate truth and suppress personal freedoms. In modern society, issues of privacy rights, government surveillance, and misinformation echo these themes. Orwell's depiction of a society under constant watch raises questions about the balance between security and freedom, making it a relevant social issue today. The phrase 'thoughtcrime' underscores the importance of free thought and expression as fundamental human rights. Students should consider how these ideas relate to current events and personal experiences of social control and freedom.
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What is the main way the Party controls the citizens' thoughts in 1984?
[2 marks]2.
Explain the significance of the phrase 'Big Brother is watching you' in the context of social control.
[2 marks]3.
Identify one literary technique Orwell uses to depict control in society and give a brief example.
[2 marks]4.
Describe how the theme of control relates to social issues in today's world.
[4 marks]5.
Compare the concept of control in 1984 to a current social issue you are aware of.
[4 marks]6.
What does the term 'thoughtcrime' suggest about the importance of free thought?
[2 marks]7.
Identify and explain one way Orwell's depiction of control encourages us to think about our own society.
[2 marks]8.
Create a short creative writing piece where you imagine a society with extreme control. Describe one scene.
[6 marks]9.
Checklist for your creative writing scene:
- Describe the setting.
- Show how characters react to control.
- Include dialogue or thoughts.
- Use sensory details.
- Connect to the theme of social control.
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