George Orwell’s 1984 is a multifaceted novel that rewards study on a number of topical and thematic levels. Teaching 1984 gives students opportunities to study rich literary and thematic content through classroom activities and exercises. Our eNotes lesson plan for studying the entire novel includes a multiple-choice exam, essay questions, vocabulary exercises, and a comprehensive answer key. These resources have been written and vetted by our in-house educators and editors. In addition to premium content, we also have free materials available that have been contributed by teacher users.
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1984 eNotes Lesson Plan
by eNotes
Learning Objectives: By the end of this unit, students should be able to describe the importance of freedom of expression in society using examples from Winston's daily life in Oceania; show... -
1984 Reading Comprehension Quiz
by Tessie Barbosa
This quiz contains reading comprehension questions for 1984. -
1984 eNotes Teaching Guide
by Tessie Barbosa
So you’re going to teach George Orwell's 1984. Whether it’s your first or hundredth time, this novel has been a mainstay of English classrooms for decades. Studying 1984 will give your...
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1984 Graphic Organizer
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1984 in Pop Culture
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1984 Directed Reading Thinking Activity pgs. 167 - 1984
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Assessment Menu for 1984
by Amy Lepore
Assessment Menu for 1984 You have read the novel, 1984. Below are three choices under each heading of Mastery, Understanding, Interpersonal and Self-Expressive. Choose ONE under each of the four... -
Essay on 1984 by George Orwell
by boryung
The three slogans “WAR IS PEACE/ FREEDOM IS SLAVERY/ IGNORANCE IS STRENGTH” (16) embody the practices of the Party, the all-controlling upper class of George Orwell’s imaginary yet prophetic vision... -
"1984" What the world was really like in 1984
by Crystal Hoffmann
What the World was Really Like in 1984 . . . Directions: Using a partner and the Internet, find the answers to the following questions about the year 1984. Be ready to present information onany of... -
1984 - evaluating ministries
by Stacey Shcolnik
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1984 DRTA (Directed Reading Thinking Activity)
by Michael Stultz, M.A.
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1984 Directed Reading Thinking Activity pgs. 147 - 167
by Michael Stultz, M.A.
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"1984" Rewrite a Story for the History Books
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