Chapter 1

1. Examine the Party’s three slogans: “War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength.” At this point in the novel, what do you think they mean?
2. Generalize what the film Winston watched says about the Party, how it controls the populace, and how it views its citizens.
3. Why is the Two Minutes Hate a success?
4. Infer why Winston frightens himself when writing, “Down with Big Brother,” in his diary and how he could be guilty of thoughtcrime.
5. Describe Winston's thoughts about the dark haired girl. In one moment he's distrustful, in another he's misogynistic. Why does this change occur? How does this society alter the ability for people to form meaningful relationships?

Dystopia. Find evidence in chapter 1 that supports this novel as a dystopia. Structure your response with evidence in these categories:

• The Personal (how people consider and live with themselves)
• The Social (how people interact with each other)
• The Political (how society is structured)