English, 27.07.2020 14:01, irlanda20

1. In what ways does Orwell describe the setting of Airstrip One? (List at least two descriptions) How does Orwell’s scene-setting description of Airstrip One
contribute to the mood of the opening chapter?
2. Irony occurs when the actual result of a situation is totally different from what
is expected. With this in mind, discuss the irony suggested by rundown
buildings versus the technology of the telescreens? (Think The Hunger Games)
3. Describe the scene from the war film that Winston recounts. In what way do the
details from this scene help to shape the narrative tone?
4. Who is O’Brien? Why is Winston fascinated by O’Brien? What might the author’s
purpose be in introducing O’Brien in this way? How can you tell?
5. Aagin, Orwell uses irony to establish a certain tone when Winstone makes a
confession about the date. What confession does Winston make and in what way
is it ironic? In what way does this ironic confession help to build on the story’s
tone?
6. What secret act does Winston commit in this chapter and why? In what way do
Winston’s actions build upon the story’s main pot?
7. Who is Emmanuel Goldstein? In what ways does Winston’s reaction to
Goldstein seem ironic? WHat might the author’s purpose be in establishing
Winston’s conflicting and conflicted emotions? How can you tell?
8. What significant event occurs at the Two Minutes Hate and in what way does it
shape the story?
9. Detail at least two ways Mrs. Parsons is described. Why does Winston feel sorry
for Mrs. Parsons? In what ways do the descriptions of Mrs. Parsons and
Winston’s empathy* for her help to further shape a Dystopian tone?
10. Detail at least two ways Mrs. Parsons’ children are described. What were they
not allowed to do that upset them so much? In what way does this irony
contribute to the developing Dystopian tone?

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