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What is the name of the apartment that Winston Smith lives in?
What is the name of the apartment that Winston Smith lives in?
Victory Mansions
Why does Winston walk up the seven flights of stairs?
Why does Winston walk up the seven flights of stairs?
The elevator is out of order
What physical evidence does Orwell give us that proves Winston must walk a lot?
What physical evidence does Orwell give us that proves Winston must walk a lot?
He is thin and frail, also doesn't have a lot of food to eat
If Winston were to take the elevator, what would he see on every floor when he exited the elevator?
If Winston were to take the elevator, what would he see on every floor when he exited the elevator?
Who is Big Brother?
Who is Big Brother?
What is the telescreen?
What is the telescreen?
What do we learn about Winston's clothes?
What do we learn about Winston's clothes?
What is the name of Winston's workplace?
What is the name of Winston's workplace?
What city does Winston live in?
What city does Winston live in?
Colonies of what sprung up in the places where bombs cleared space?
Colonies of what sprung up in the places where bombs cleared space?
What are the three slogans of the Party?
What are the three slogans of the Party?
What films are shown in Winston's world and the people's reactions to the films?
What films are shown in Winston's world and the people's reactions to the films?
What two people does Winston take social notice of?
What two people does Winston take social notice of?
Who was the 'principal' of the Two Minutes Hate?
Who was the 'principal' of the Two Minutes Hate?
What does Goldstein promote through his teachings?
What does Goldstein promote through his teachings?
What does Winston write repeatedly in his diary?
What does Winston write repeatedly in his diary?
What happens if one is arrested for Thoughtcrime?
What happens if one is arrested for Thoughtcrime?
What causes Winston to suddenly stop writing in his diary?
What causes Winston to suddenly stop writing in his diary?
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Study Notes
Victory Mansions
- Winston Smith resides in an apartment complex named Victory Mansions.
Stairs and Fitness
- The elevator in Victory Mansions is nonfunctional, compelling Winston to ascend seven flights of stairs.
Winston's Physical State
- Winston's thin and frail appearance indicates a scarcity of food, implying he walks frequently.
Big Brother's Presence
- Every elevator exit is marked with a poster proclaiming "Big Brother is watching you," a constant reminder of surveillance.
Identity of Big Brother
- Big Brother is a mysterious figure, possibly nonexistent, yet symbolizes the totalitarian rule over Oceania.
Telescreen Functionality
- Telescreens are two-way devices that monitor citizens, allowing them to hear and see everything and enabling communication back to the Party.
Uniform Dress Code
- In Winston's society, citizens wear blue overalls, suggesting a uniformity that Winston likely follows.
Ministry of Truth
- Winston's employment is with the Ministry of Truth, responsible for altering historical records.
Geographic Setting
- Winston lives in Airstrip One, formerly known as London.
Proletariat Colonies
- After bombings, colonies of Proles, or the working class, develop in cleared areas, indicating societal restructuring post-conflict.
Party Slogans
- The Party espouses three contradictory slogans: "War is Peace," "Freedom is Slavery," and "Ignorance is Strength."
Propaganda Films
- Propaganda films depict Emmanuel Goldstein as a villain, eliciting public disdain, showcasing the Party's ability to manipulate emotions.
Notable Characters
- Winston takes social notice of O'Brien and a girl with brown hair, signifying potential allies or threats.
Two Minutes Hate
- The primary figure during the Two Minutes Hate is Emmanuel Goldstein, who embodies the target of public animosity.
Goldstein's Teachings
- Emmanuel Goldstein promotes the concept of freedom through his writings and teachings, contrary to Party ideologies.
Rebellion in Writing
- Winston frequently writes "Down with Big Brother" in his diary, reflecting his dissent against the Party.
Consequences of Thoughtcrime
- Individuals arrested for Thoughtcrime face severe punishment, including execution, leading to their complete erasure from existence.
Diary Interruption
- Winston abruptly halts his diary writing due to the sound of a knock at the door, indicating the constant threat of surveillance and consequences.
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