1984 by George Orwell Flashcards

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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?

Winston Smith Signup and view all the answers

Where does he live?

Victory Mansions Signup and view all the answers

Describe the place (details: smells, conditions).

Smells of old rags, cabbage. Poorly built in disrepair. Signup and view all the answers

What is the large poster?

Big Brother Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Winston take the lift?

Doesn't work Signup and view all the answers

Why is it difficult for Winston to climb the stairs?

Varicose ulcer on leg Signup and view all the answers

What is the caption beneath the large poster on the wall?

Big Brother is Watching You (INGSOC) Signup and view all the answers

Where does the 'fruity' voice come from?

Telescreen Signup and view all the answers

Can the telescreen be completely shut off?

False Signup and view all the answers

How does the telescreen differ from our television?

Receives and transmits Signup and view all the answers

Describe Winston (be specific).

39, frail, blue overalls (party uniform), fair hair, coarse skin, ruddy face Signup and view all the answers

What is the word on the flipping poster?

INGSOC (English Socialism) Signup and view all the answers

What police does W refer to?

Thought Police Signup and view all the answers

What city and country does W live in?

London, Oceania Signup and view all the answers

Can W recall the city of his childhood?

False Signup and view all the answers

What can W see from his window?

Ministry of Truth Signup and view all the answers

What are the three slogans of the Party etched on Miniature?

War is peace, Freedom is slavery, Ignorance is strength 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"

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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.