PRACTICE TEST

Make sure you can answer all the objectives below:


1) Define Negative Utopia and discuss how 1984 fits the definition.
2) Define motif, give 3-5 examples of motifs in the book and be able to explain their significance (a few motifs to think about include rebellion, songs, slogans, sex, rebellion)
3) Be able to explain the significance of the following themes:  The meaning of freedom; The responsibility of the Individual in Society, Dehumanization as a method of control, isolation, social class disparity, and the abuse of power
4) Define dystopia and apply it to the novel
5) Keep a list of ironies (at least ten found in the book)
6) Make a list of all the characters with description and discussion of the meaning behind their names
7) Examine the following symbols: Big Brother, The Party Slogans, The Four Ministries, the paperweight, the golden country, Emmanuel Goldstein, James, Aaronson, Rutherford, Chestnut Tree Café, Doublethink, Newspeak Dictionary, Winston’s Diary, Junkshop, songs, Proles
8) Explain the purpose of Newspeak
9) Describe how Big Brother controls its citizens
10) Describe the setting
11) Name the four ministries and what they control
12) Compare/Contrast Winston and Julia
13) Research current privacy-related issues and debates affection society and connect with 1984.
14) Keep a list of Newspeak Words
15) Discuss the meaning of room 101.
16) List the ideas in Goldstein’s book.
17) Outline the plot according to the six elements of plot
18) Discuss the three movements in the book and summarize what happens in each.
19) List the types of conflict involved in the novel.
20) Discuss the meaning of various quotes discussed in class.
21) List five to ten examples of foreshadow. 

 Answer the following questions

1984 Test:  Each questions is worth 5 points unless noted.  Total points = 181

1.     (15 points)   List and explain three themes that appear in 1984.

2. (8 points) What do the following symbols represent (keep in mind that they may represent more than one thing at different times in the novel)

Paperweight:

The Golden Country:

Chestnut Tree Café:

Songs:

3. Give a definition for dystopia and briefly explain how 1984 fits the definition (be specific and use examples – vague or incomplete answers will not receive full credit)

4. List five foreshadows in 1984 (and explain what they hint at)

5. Describe in detail and with examples the various ways (at least five) that Big Brother controls its citizens.

6. List four ironies in the book.

7. Give three examples of motifs that occur in the novel and connect each to a theme.

8. Explain the slogan, “He who controls the past controls the future.  He who controls the present controls the past.”  Why is this slogan important?

9. What lies/half-truths does the party teach about history?

10. Name the four ministries and what each controls.

11. List the three principles of Ingsoc.

12. List five Newspeak words and define each.

13. How is a person’s class determined in 1984?

14. How does Big Brothers philosophy about power and control differ from previous dictatorships?

15. What is O’Brien’s vision of the future?

16. Explain the significance of Winston’s childhood memories?  How do they give weight to the novel?

17. According to Obrien how is Winston mentally deranged?

18. (14 points):  For the following characters discuss who they are, the meanings of their names, and what they represent in the novel.

Ampleforth

Syme

Winston Smith

Julia

Parsons:

Oglivey:

19. (9 points) List and explain in detail the three movements of the novel.  Use examples.  What is each about?  Why is each important?

Some themes for your projects

3) Be able to explain the significance of the following themes:  The meaning of freedom; The responsibility of the Individual in Society, Dehumanization as a method of control, isolation, social class disparity, and the abuse of power


Students will demonstrate an understanding of one or more themes from 1984 by creating a video/performance (readers theater or dramatic interpretation) overview of the novel, which focuses on how that theme works; the video/performance will also include a discussion of why the theme is important.  

Next Week's Work

Unit Learning goal

Students will demonstrate an understanding of one or more themes from 1984 by creating a video/performance (readers theater or dramatic interpretation) overview of the novel, which focuses on how that theme works; the video/performance will also include a discussion of why the theme is important. 

Scale/Rubric relating to learning goal:

4 – The student can create a video/performance on more than one theme and connect them using scenes from the novel and including a discussion on why the themes are important both to the novel and to society.

3 – The student can create a video/performance (readers theatre or dramatic interpretation) overview of the novel, which focuses on how that theme works and include a discussion of why the theme is important. 

2 – With help from the instructor the student is able to create a video/performance (readers theatre or dramatic interpretation) overview of the novel, which focuses on how that theme works and include a discussion of why the theme is important. 

1 – Even with help from the instructor the student is unable to create a video/performance (readers theatre or dramatic interpretation) overview of the novel, which focuses on how that theme works and include a discussion of why the theme is important. 

1948

Friday's possible essay questions:

1. Readers are often angered by the ending of 1984. Was the novel's ending appropriate? How does it contribute to the overall message of the novel?

2. Discuss the significance and nature of Winston's dreams. Deconstruct the dream wherein O'Brien claims that they "shall meet in a place where there is no darkness", and the dream in which Winston's mother and sister disappear. What are the underpinnings of these dreams? What deeper meanings do they hold? Why do you think the author devotes as much time as he does to Winston's dreams?

3. Write an essay in which you explain whether or not Winston is a hero.  Explain your answer with a thorough definition of what a hero is and specific examples that demonstrate how Winston does or does not match the definition.

4. Like Frankenstein, 1984 is a cautionary tale.  Write an essay in which you thoroughly explain what Orwell is cautioning us against.

5. The novel, indirectly and perhaps without the author even intending it, makes some powerful statements about the roles (or potential roles) of women in society.  Write an essay in which you explore the role of women in the novel and what the significance of your observations might be.