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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For whom is Winston writing his diary?
(a) Ampleforth.
(b) O'Brien.
(c) Big Brother.
(d) Katharine.

2. Consorting with prostitutes was "dangerous, ___________________." (Part 1, Chapter 6)
(a) And would always be that way.
(b) But it was not a life-and-death matter.
(c) And should never be attempted.
(d) But necessary to keep one's sanity.

3. What does Ampleforth have a talent for juggling?
(a) Print and punctuation.
(b) Rhymes and meters.
(c) Brightly colored balls.
(d) Poetry and prose.

4. What does Ingsoc mean?
(a) English Socrates.
(b) English Society.
(c) English Socialism.
(d) English Soccer.

5. "Thoughtcrime does not entail death: ___________________"
(a) Thoughtcrime prevents death.
(b) Thoughtcrime is illegal.
(c) Thoughtcrime keeps one sane.
(d) Thoughtcrime IS death.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Winston decide to do with the prostitute?

2. What is the ideal way for children to be conceived in Oceania?

3. What is Winston's most important task of the day in Part 1, Chapter 4?

4. What is the minimum age for joining the Spies?

5. In Part 1, Chapter 7, Winston wonders, as he had many times before, if he is a _________.

(see the answer key)

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