3. How is Julia like Winston? How is she different?

4. Why and how is the couple arrested?

5. Describe Winston's punishment?

6. Why was Winston released from prison?

7. Why was Winston "vaporised" in the end?

8. Describe the character of O'Brien.

9. Explain the image of Big Brother?

10. Explain five of the basic beliefs of the Party and how they affect Winston.

11. What is the main theme of the novel? How is it developed?

12. Does the novel have any relevance today since 1984 has passed. Explain your answer.

13. What is Newspeak? Why has it been created?

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