What does Big Brother represent?
Big Brother represents the totalitarian government of Oceania, which is controlled by the Party and therefore synonymous with it. Winston learns in Goldstein’s book that Big Brother is not a real person but an invention of the Party that functions as a focus for the people’s feelings of reverence and fear.
What is Facecrime and why does it matter?
What is “facecrime” and why does it matter? Facecrime is where one has a improper expression on their face. It can be a small flicker in the eyes or something else; but it will most likely be punished by the Thought Police.
What is a face crime in the book 1984?
Thoughtcrime is a word coined by George Orwell in his 1949 dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four. It describes a person’s politically unorthodox thoughts, such as unspoken beliefs and doubts that contradict the tenets of Ingsoc (English Socialism), the dominant ideology of Oceania.
What is the coveted item Winston’s friend Syme asks for?
WInston’s reaction to Syme asking for razor blades also reveals something about his character. When imprisoned in the Ministry of Love Winston longs for a razor blade in order to commit suicide, but even this is denied him. This everyday object could have become a means of escape for Winston, but it is not to be.
Who is Syme and what happened to him?
Syme is eliminated by the Party and becomes an “unperson,” which means that he never existed. All records and historical documents related to Syme are destroyed, and his memory simply vanishes from existence.
Does Winston like Syme?
Winston describes him as a “friend” and as a person whose company he genuinely enjoys. Winston is concerned, however, that Syme will be vaporized by the Party because he is “too intelligent.” Specifically, he feels this way because Syme “sees too clearly and speaks too plainly.”
How does ones own body betray a person?
He also imagines smashing her in the head with a cobblestone or the paperweight he has just purchased. How does one’s own body betray a person? Any subtle movement showing hate of the party can cost your life.