1984 Chapters 3-4 Review Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Winston's dream about his mother and how does he feel about himself in that dream?

He dreams of his mother and little sister in a sinking ship; he feels guilty and responsible.

What is Winston's dream about the 'Golden Country'?

The dream involves the black haired girl taking her clothing off and running naked toward her, which seemed undesirable at first to him.

What does Winston remember about the big events of the past, including bombs and past wars?

He doesn't remember much, but he recalls that Oceania was at war with Eastasia and not Eurasia.

Explain the Party slogan, 'Who controls the past controls the future; who controls the present controls the past.'

If you control the past, you can control what people remember and events that took place in history, thus influencing the future. Signup and view all the answers

What does Winston know about the legends concerning Big Brother?

Big Brother was known in the 30s but became prominent in the 60s. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Winston's job.

He rewrites stories and articles that are in favor of Big Brother. Signup and view all the answers

How is the past controlled in the society of 1984?

The past is controlled by changing whatever they want and having people not realize it. Signup and view all the answers

What special literature, music, and entertainment is produced for the proletariat (proles)?

Literature, music, and entertainment of political and ideological significance; newspapers with sports, crime, astrology, and five-cent novelettes, movies with sex, and mechanically composed sentimental songs. Signup and view all the answers

How does Winston feel about his work and what sort of 'creativity' is involved?

He values work as the greatest thing in life; creativity involves making up believable stories. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Comrade Ogilvy?

Comrade Ogilvy is a fictional character created to inspire love for Big Brother; he was a war hero who easily became memorable as Julius Caesar. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Winston's Dreams

Winston dreams of his mother and sister on a sinking ship, feeling guilty for surviving at their expense.
In the "Golden Country" dream, Winston sees a black-haired girl undressing and running towards the landscape, initially finding it unappealing.

Memory of the Past

Winston's memories of historical events are vague; he recalls Oceania being at war with Eastasia, not Eurasia, highlighting the Party's manipulation of history.
The Party frequently alters its wartime adversaries to control perception and memory.

Party Slogan

The slogan "Who controls the past controls the future; who controls the present controls the past" emphasizes the power of controlling historical narratives to influence society's future.

Big Brother

Big Brother’s identity emerged in the 1960s, although he was referenced during the 1930s, indicating a constructed persona for control.

Winston's Job

Winston’s occupation involves rewriting articles to align with Party ideology, ensuring favorable depictions of Big Brother.

Control of the Past

The Party manipulates the past by altering records and memories, allowing them to reshape history without accountability.

Proletariat Entertainment

The literature and entertainment produced for the proles feature lowbrow themes, such as sports and crime. This superficial content keeps the populace distracted and disinterested in political realities.

Winston’s Views on Work

Winston regards his work as the most significant aspect of his life, with an element of creativity involved in fabricating believable identities.

Comrade Ogilvy's Role

Comrade Ogilvy is a fictional character who serves to promote loyalty to Big Brother, depicted as a war hero whose existence exemplifies the Party's propaganda efforts.

Description

Test your knowledge of George Orwell's '1984' chapters 3 and 4 with these flashcards. Explore Winston's dreams, his feelings of guilt, and his visions of the 'Golden Country'. Perfect for revising key concepts and themes in the novel.