1984 Literature Analysis: Themes of Control
English
Year 9
9 questions
~18 mins
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A comprehension worksheet exploring the theme of control in George Orwell's 1984, focusing on mystery and manipulation. Students will analyse excerpts and reflect on how control is depicted through literary techniques.
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1984 Literature Analysis: Themes of Control
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In George Orwell's 1984, the story unfolds in a dystopian society under the omnipresent watch of Big Brother. The Party maintains strict control over every aspect of citizens' lives, using surveillance, propaganda, and psychological manipulation. A key scene depicts Winston Smith, the protagonist, secretly writing in a diary—an act punishable by death. Orwell employs a tone of cautious suspense, highlighting Winston’s internal struggle and the oppressive atmosphere. The phrase 'thoughtcrime' signifies the Party's reach into the minds of individuals, fostering a climate of fear and suspicion. The narrative’s tone reflects an underlying mystery: how much of personal freedom remains, and what are the limits of control in such a society? Orwell’s use of language and imagery creates a sense of unease, compelling readers to question the nature of authority and truth in the novel.
1.
What is the significance of Winston secretly writing in his diary within the context of control and mystery?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary technique Orwell uses to create a sense of unease in the scene.
[2 marks]3.
What does the term 'thoughtcrime' suggest about the nature of control in 1984?
[2 marks]4.
How does Orwell’s language contribute to the theme of mystery in the excerpt?
[2 marks]5.
Explain how imagery in the summary enhances the feeling of surveillance and control.
6.
Identify and analyse one example of language that Orwell uses to depict psychological manipulation.
[3 marks]7.
Describe how the tone of the passage influences the reader's perception of control and mystery.
[2 marks]8.
Discuss how Orwell’s portrayal of Winston’s act of writing relates to the theme of resistance.
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In your opinion, how does the use of short phrases like 'thoughtcrime' contribute to the overall atmosphere of mystery?
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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