Questions and Answers
What is W's job?
Rewrites history at the Ministry of Truth
What happens when all corrections are made in the Times?
After corrections, original copies are destroyed and corrected copies replace them.
Is the process of correction used in other media (newspapers, magazines, etc.)?
True
What are some of the jobs of the Ministry of Truth other than the Records department?
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Does W enjoy his work?
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What happens to people who displease the party?
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How does W decide to fulfill his assignment in regard to BB's speech?
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Study Notes
Ministry of Truth and W's Role
- W rewrites historical records at the Ministry of Truth, actively altering past events to align with the Party's narrative.
- Corrections made to the Times lead to original copies being destroyed and replaced with revised versions, erasing all trace of previous information.
Correction Process in Media
- The correction process is not limited to newspapers; it extends to all forms of literature and media including books, music, photographs, and cartoons, all of which are monitored for political significance.
Additional Jobs at the Ministry of Truth
- The Ministry includes divisions that collect and destroy outdated documents and records.
- Special operatives are employed to erase individuals, such as tracking down and removing names of those who have been vaporized, ensuring they are removed from history.
- Facilities exist for manipulating photos to create false representations of reality.
W's Attitude Towards Work
- W derives immense satisfaction from his job, stating that it is "his greatest pleasure in life," reflecting his loyalty to the Party's objectives.
Consequences for Displeasing the Party
- Individuals who contradict or displease the Party often face dire consequences, with most disappearing completely from existence, as illustrated by the example of Withers.
W's Assignment and Comrade Olgilvy
- To fulfill his assignment regarding Big Brother’s speech, W invents a fictional character, Comrade Olgilvy, to stand in for a vaporized person, showcasing the extent of historical manipulation.
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