Activity 5

In the absence of section and chapter titles, the best way to preview the book is to read the first two paragraphs of the novel. What details do you notice that seem odd? What predictions can you make about the world of the novel from these details?

When I read the first two paragraphs of 1984, I noticed the character Winston Smith was introduced and assume that he is likely the main character of this novel. I also noticed the caption "BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU" placed underneath a picture and found it odd, especially because it was written in capital letters, signifying that it probably has a lot of importance. I predict that this book will have a lot to do with politics and issues that have to do with them, including propaganda, war, and a society unhappy with the way its government is being ran. I believe that Winston Smith will be one of the characters who disagrees with the government and will find himself in a lot of trouble because of it.