1984 homework

Both Winston Smith and John Preston find themselves in the position of trying to fight an overbearing, totalitarian government.  In the end, Preston succeeds while Smith fails.  Discuss the reasons, both within the characters and the policies of the government that result in either success or failure.  To examine this thoroughly, you must look far beyond Preston’s martial abilities (the Guncatta).  Cite specific examples from both works to support your analysis.