Questions and Answers
When does the story begin?
April 4, 1984
What kind of day is it?
Cold and bright
How have the clocks been changed?
Military time
Who is the first character introduced?
Signup and view all the answers
Where does he live?
Signup and view all the answers
Describe the place (details: smells, conditions).
Signup and view all the answers
What is the large poster?
Signup and view all the answers
Why doesn't Winston take the lift?
Signup and view all the answers
Why is it difficult for Winston to climb the stairs?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the caption beneath the large poster on the wall?
Signup and view all the answers
Where does the 'fruity' voice come from?
Signup and view all the answers
Can the telescreen be completely shut off?
Signup and view all the answers
How does the telescreen differ from our television?
Signup and view all the answers
Describe Winston (be specific).
Signup and view all the answers
What is the word on the flipping poster?
Signup and view all the answers
What police does W refer to?
Signup and view all the answers
What city and country does W live in?
Signup and view all the answers
Can W recall the city of his childhood?
Signup and view all the answers
What can W see from his window?
Signup and view all the answers
What are the three slogans of the Party etched on Miniature?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Setting the Scene
- The story begins on April 4, 1984.
- It is described as a cold and bright day.
- Time is measured in military format.
Main Character Introduction
- Winston Smith is the first character introduced.
- He resides in a place called Victory Mansions.
Living Conditions
- Victory Mansions has unpleasant odors of old rags and cabbage.
- The building is poorly constructed and in disrepair.
Symbols of Control
- Prominent in the environment is a large poster featuring "Big Brother."
- The slogan on the poster reads, "Big Brother is Watching You," alongside the term "INGSOC."
Daily Life Interruptions
- Winston avoids using the lift since it does not work.
- Climbing stairs is challenging for him due to a varicose ulcer on his leg.
Technology and Surveillance
- A "fruity" voice emanates from the telescreen, a device integral for surveillance.
- The telescreen cannot be completely shut off, constantly receiving and transmitting information, differing from modern televisions.
Character Description
- Winston is 39 years old, described as frail with fair hair and coarse skin, and wears blue overalls typical of the Party uniform.
- His appearance features a ruddy face.
Party Control and Ideology
- The flipping poster displays "INGSOC," representing English Socialism.
- The thought police, known as "Brother W," monitor citizens' thoughts.
Geographic Context
- Winston lives in London, a city within the fictional superstate of Oceania.
Memory and Isolation
- Winston struggles to recall any memories of his childhood city.
- From his window, he can see the Ministry of Truth, indicating governmental presence.
Party Slogans
- The Party's three slogans are:
- "War is Peace"
- "Freedom is Slavery"
- "Ignorance is Strength"
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge of George Orwell's '1984' with these flashcards. They'll help you recall key details about the beginning of the story, characters, and setting. Perfect for students studying this classic dystopian novel.
