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Motif: Songs and Rhymes
The use of songs serves as a reminder of the past before the revolution and the party. This impacts Winston because he comes connected to the song and connects him to the past that the party erased. The use of rhythms also allows Winston to realize that Mr. Charrington is a secret agent all along after Mr.Charrington finished the rhythm when he originally said he did not remember.
Symbolism: Big Brother
The idea of Big Brother symbolizes the party's attempt at control and power over the people. He represents a leader who is always watching, even though he may not actually exist. This affects Winston's development because he is first born to hate Big Brother and the party's control, But he eventually breaks down to love Big Brother and the party through the party's influence. He shows how the party uses strong and creative ways to keep its people in line and within control.
Diction/Tone: “Big Brother is watching you."
This slogan is seen everywhere in Oceania and is used to remind people that they are always being watched. The phrase creates a feeling of fear and control, making people too scared to disobey or even think freely. For Winston, it shows how deeply the Party invades people’s lives and minds. At first, it makes him feel paranoid and trapped, but it also sparks his desire to break free and find the truth. This phrase helps develop Winston’s character by showing the constant pressure he lives under, and how that pressure leads him to rebel, even if only in small ways at first.
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