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Where is Winston at the beginning of this chapter?
Where is Winston at the beginning of this chapter?
in the room above Mr. Charrington's shop
Who wrote the words of the songs that the Proles sing?
Who wrote the words of the songs that the Proles sing?
The Music Department, Ministry of Truth
Why had working hours been increased?
Why had working hours been increased?
anticipation of Hate Week
What thought popped into Winston's head while he waited for Julia?
What thought popped into Winston's head while he waited for Julia?
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What gifts does Julia bring, and where did she get them?
What gifts does Julia bring, and where did she get them?
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When Winston saw the make-up and smelled the perfume, what was he reminded of?
When Winston saw the make-up and smelled the perfume, what was he reminded of?
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What did one never see any more except in the homes of the Proles?
What did one never see any more except in the homes of the Proles?
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What does Julia see and throw her shoe at?
What does Julia see and throw her shoe at?
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What is Winston's reaction to this situation?
What is Winston's reaction to this situation?
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When Winston starts to sing, what does Julia do that surprises him?
When Winston starts to sing, what does Julia do that surprises him?
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What has Julia never seen, and so wonders what it looks like?
What has Julia never seen, and so wonders what it looks like?
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What does Julia say that she will clean, someday?
What does Julia say that she will clean, someday?
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Study Notes
Chapter Overview
- Winston is in a hidden room above Mr. Charrington's shop, indicating a space of privacy away from the oppressive regime.
- The Proles sing songs created by the Music Department, Ministry of Truth, showcasing the control over cultural expression.
Context of Events
- Working hours have been extended in preparation for Hate Week, reflecting the Party's manipulative tactics to incite anger and loyalty towards Big Brother.
- While waiting for Julia, Winston worries that the Thought Police have apprehended her, demonstrating his fear and paranoia.
Julia's Role
- Julia brings contraband items: real sugar, coffee, tea, chocolate, jam, and bread, sourced from the Black Market, highlighting the scarcity of resources in their society.
- The presence of double beds is a luxury found only in Proles' homes, symbolizing the stark class divide and the Party's control over personal lives.
- Julia's reaction to a rat—throwing her shoe—reveals her startled nature and the gritty environment they inhabit.
Emotional Responses
- Winston feels terrified when confronted with the rat, emphasizing the psychological toll of living under constant surveillance and oppression.
- Julia surprises Winston by knowing the rest of a song he starts to sing, suggesting a shared cultural memory and intimacy between them.
Curiosities and Future Plans
- Julia expresses her curiosity about lemons, describing them as round, yellow fruit, indicating her limited exposure to the outside world.
- She mentions her intention to clean the picture frame and the bugs behind it, symbolizing hope for a domestic space free from the Party's influence.
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