Analyzing Totalitarianism in 1984 through Fairy Tales
English
Grade 7
8 questions
~16 mins
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A comprehension worksheet that examines the theme of totalitarianism in George Orwell's 1984, reimagined within fairy tale settings to engage Grade 7 students in critical analysis.
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Analyzing Totalitarianism in 1984 through Fairy Tales
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In a reimagined fairy tale setting, the story unfolds in a kingdom where the ruler, the Great Overlord, enforces strict control over all inhabitants. Citizens are watched constantly by enchanted mirrors, which reflect their behaviors and report dissent. The protagonist, a young villager named Elara, begins to question the omnipresent surveillance and oppressive rules. The story highlights the themes of loss of freedom, manipulation, and fear, illustrating how the Overlord maintains power through psychological control and propaganda. A short phrase from the tale—"The mirror never lies"—symbolizes the invasive surveillance state, echoing the oppressive mechanisms in Orwell's 1984. This reinterpretation uses fairy tale motifs to explore the dangers of absolute authority and the suppression of individuality.
1.
What is the significance of the phrase "The mirror never lies" in the context of the fairy tale setting?
[2 marks]2.
Describe how the enchanted mirrors serve as a metaphor for government control in the story.
[3 marks]3.
Identify one literary technique used in the summary to emphasize the theme of oppression.
Aa) Alliteration
Bb) Symbolism
Cc) Hyperbole
Dd) Irony
4.
Explain how fairy tale motifs aid in illustrating complex themes like totalitarianism for young readers.
5.
Compare the role of the 'Great Overlord' to that of a dictator in Orwell's 1984. Use evidence from the summary.
6.
What emotional effect does the phrase "The mirror never lies" evoke in the reader?
[2 marks]7.
Identify a specific literary device used in the phrase "The mirror never lies" and explain its effect.
[3 marks]8.
Creative Prompt: Imagine you are a villager in the fairy tale kingdom. Write a short speech (around 25 lines) expressing your feelings about the enchanted mirrors and the Overlord’s rule. Include at least three literary devices in your speech.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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