1984 by George Orwell (1949)
- 1. Published in 1949, '1984' by George Orwell is a dystopian novel that explores the dark and oppressive world of totalitarianism, surveillance, and the manipulation of truth. Set in a grim future where the Party, led by the enigmatic Big Brother, exerts absolute control over every aspect of life, the story follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the Party who secretly despises the oppressive regime and seeks to rebel against it. Living under constant surveillance, where even thoughts are monitored through 'thought police,' Winston struggles with his longing for freedom and individuality in a society that demands conformity and suppresses dissent. The Party's use of propaganda, historical revisionism, and the concept of 'Newspeak' — a language designed to limit freedom of thought — showcases the chilling extent of its power. As Winston embarks on a clandestine love affair with Julia, he experiences moments of genuine emotion and defiance, but ultimately faces the harrowing reality of betrayal, torture, and indoctrination. Orwell's haunting narrative serves as a profound warning about the dangers of unchecked political authority and the fragility of truth, making '1984' a timeless classic that continues to resonate in contemporary discussions about privacy, freedom, and the influence of government.
Who is the author of the novel '1984'?
A) Aldous Huxley
B) George Orwell
C) J.K. Rowling
D) Ray Bradbury
- 2. In which year was '1984' published?
A) 1969
B) 1984
C) 1949
D) 1950
- 3. What is the name of the protagonist in '1984'?
A) Winston Smith
B) John Watson
C) Robert Jones
D) David Brown
- 4. Who is the ominous figurehead of the Party?
A) Mother Nature
B) Father Time
C) Uncle Sam
D) Big Brother
- 5. What is the official language of Oceania in the novel?
A) Newspeak
B) Oldspeak
C) Thoughtcrime
D) Doublethink
- 6. What is the name of the place where Winston works?
A) Department of Love
B) Ministry of Peace
C) Ministry of Plenty
D) Ministry of Truth
- 7. What is the name of the surveillance device used by the Party to monitor citizens?
A) CCTV Camera
B) Smartphone
C) Telescreen
D) X-Ray Glasses
- 8. What is the name of the resistance movement against the Party?
A) The Rebels
B) The Brotherhood
C) The Alliance
D) The Underground
- 9. Who is O'Brien revealed to be working for in the end?
A) The Proles
B) The Party
C) The Brotherhood
D) The Thought Police
- 10. What major historical figure is used as a symbol of the revolution against the Party?
A) Che Guevara
B) Gandhi
C) John Wilkes Booth
D) Emmanuel Goldstein
- 11. In what country is the protagonist Winston Smith living?
A) Eastasia
B) Oceania
C) Eurasia
D) Airstrip One
- 12. Who does Winston fall in love with in 1984, leading to his downfall?
A) Mary
B) Sarah
C) Emma
D) Julia
- 13. What organization is used by the Party to persecute and punish suspected thoughtcriminals in 1984?
A) Crime Enforcement Agency
B) Rebellion Task Force
C) Freedom Fighters
D) Thought Police
- 14. Which character betrays Winston and Julia to the Thought Police in 1984?
A) Syme
B) Mr. Charrington
C) O'Brien
D) Parsons
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