Worksheet on 1984 - Themes: Control
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Grade 7
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This worksheet explores the theme of control in George Orwell's 1984, focusing on error correction through analysis of key excerpts and techniques relevant to control mechanisms and societal manipulation.
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Worksheet on 1984 - Themes: Control
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Understanding Control in 1984
Scene Summary and Context Guide: In George Orwell's 1984, the society is under constant surveillance by the Party, which exercises total control over every aspect of citizens' lives. The novel depicts a dystopian future where the government manipulates truth, rewrites history, and suppresses dissent through propaganda and fear. Winston Smith, the protagonist, works at the Ministry of Truth, where he alters historical records to align with the Party's current narrative. Among key phrases used by the Party are 'Big Brother is Watching You' and 'War is Peace.' These slogans exemplify the paradoxes used to control thought and behavior. Orwell's narrative emphasizes the power of language and propaganda as tools of control, illustrating how language shapes reality and limits individual freedom.
1.
Identify the literary technique used in the phrase 'Big Brother is Watching You' and explain its effect.
[2 marks]2.
What is the paradox in the slogan 'War is Peace' and how does it serve the theme of control?
[2 marks]3.
Describe the role of propaganda in reinforcing control in 1984.
4.
Identify a key quote from the novel that demonstrates the Party's control over truth.
[2 marks]5.
Explain how language is used as a tool of control in the novel.
6.
Identify the technique used in the phrase 'Ministry of Truth' and discuss its ironic meaning.
[2 marks]7.
Choose one slogan from the novel and analyze how it exemplifies doublethink.
Aa) 'Freedom is Slavery'
Bb) 'Ignorance is Strength'
Cc) 'War is Peace'
Dd) 'Love is Hate'
8.
What effect does the use of paradoxes like 'War is Peace' have on the citizens’ perception of reality?
[2 marks]9.
In your opinion, why does Orwell emphasize the importance of language in maintaining control? Support your answer with a brief explanation.
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