Compare and contrast Julia and Winston. How does each rebel against the Party, and are these rebellions at all effective?
Trace Winston’s path towards destruction. Where do we first see his fatalistic outlook? Is his defeat inevitable?
Discuss the role of technology in Oceania. In what areas is technology highly advanced, and in what areas has its progress stalled? Why?
Discuss the role of Big Brother in Oceania and in Winston’s life. What role does Big Brother play in each?
Discuss contradiction in Oceania and the Party’s governance, i.e. Ministry of Love, Ministry of Truth, Ministry of Plenty, Ministry of Peace. Why is such contradiction accepted so widely?
