1984 Reading Questions
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Page contents:
- 1984 Comprehension Questions by Chapter
- 1984 Reading Quizzes (divides the book into 5 readings)
- 1984 Reading Test (whole-book reading check)
- 1984 Discussion Questions by Chapter
- Comprehension Bundle
1984 Comprehension Questions by Chapter
1984 Comprehension Questions by Chapter provides reading questions for each chapter. Use to check assigned reading, preview chapters, or support developing readers. Includes ready-to-print format and editable format.
Suggestion: Support developing readers by having them read the questions before reading the chapter. (Reading the answer choices before reading is not necessary.)
Part 1:
Chapter I: 10 multiple-choice, 1 short answer
Chapter II: 8 multiple-choice, 1 short answer
Chapter III: 7 multiple-choice, 1 short answer
Chapter IV: 6 multiple-choice, 1 short answer
Chapter V: 9 multiple-choice, 1 short answer
Chapter VI: 6 multiple-choice
Chapter VII: 6 multiple-choice, 1 short answer
Chapter VIII: 9 multiple-choice, 1 short answer
Part 2:
Part 3:
1984 Reading Quizzes (5 readings)
Motivate students to complete assigned readings with 1984 reading quizzes. Each reading check contains 16 multiple-choice questions and 1 short answer question. They are quick to administer and score.
Reading 1 – Part 1: Chapters I-IV (47 pages)
Reading 2 – Part 1: Chapters V-VIII (57 pages)
Reading 3 – Part 2: Chapters I-VII (62 pages)
Reading 4 – Part 2: Chapters VIII-X (58 pages)
Reading 5 – Part 3: Chapters I-VI (73 pages)
1984 Reading Quizzes (5 readings)
1984 Quizzes reading schedule:
Reading 1 – Part 1: Chapters I-IV (47 pages)
Reading 2 – Part 1: Chapters V-VIII (57 pages)
Reading 3 – Part 2: Chapters I-VII (62 pages)
Reading 4 – Part 2: Chapters VIII-X (58 pages)
Reading 5 – Part 3: Chapters I-VI (73 pages)
*Page numbers based on ISBN 978-0-451-52493-5.
1984 Quizzes files:
Quizzes to print (PDF and DOCX)
Answer Key (PDF and DOCX)
Resource notes:
DOCX files can be edited in MS Word or Google Docs.
These 1984 quizzes assess comprehension and recall only.
This resource is included in the complete 1984 unit from TeachNovels.
1984 Reading Test (whole-book reading check)
This 1984 Test is a reading check for the entire novel. It contains comprehension and recall questions only. Includes answer key.
1984 Reading Test (entire novel)
1984 Test (Reading Check) contents:
40 1984 multiple choice questions (pages 1-4)
4 short answer prompts (pages 5-6)
Answer key
1984 Reading Test files:
Student version (PDF and DOCX)
Answer key (PDF and DOCX)
Resource notes:
You can shorten the test to multiple-choice only by omitting the last two pages.
DOCX files can be edited in Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
1984 Reading Test does NOT assess knowledge of literary elements.
1984 Discussion Questions by Chapter
One discussion set per chapter. Each set has several discussion questions and 1-2 excerpts for analysis. This resource was written with collaborative groups in mind, but it could serve other functions (e.g., individual reading support). Includes example responses.
1984 Discussion Questions by Chapter
Serving suggestions:
- Assign each student group 1-3 items from the set. After discussion time, come back together as a class to share insights.
- Instruct everyone to answer 1-3 items on their own in preparation for discussing all of the questions as a class.
- Have students respond to 2-3 items of their choosing as they read independently. They should prepare to share ideas in class.
Resource notes:
Some 1984 chapters are longer than others. Sets range from 4-10 items depending on the the chapter.
1984 includes sensitive content. Review and approve all questions and topics before use.
ANSWER KEY provides possible responses and not “correct answers.”
1984 Discussion Questions: Files
DOCX (edit in MSWord or Google Docs)
PDF
ANSWER KEY (PDF)
1984 Reading Questions examples:
PART 1: CHAPTER I
1) Which choice accurately describes Winston Smith’s residence (where he lives)?
A. A rural (country) farmhouse
B. A military dormitory
C. A beat-up apartment building
D. A luxurious mansion
2) Part 1: Chapter I mentions a specific poster several times. What does the poster show?
A. Bombs falling from the sky
B. A happy worker in a factory
C. A huge face
D. A pile of dead horses
3) Which choice is an accurate description of Winston Smith?
A. A tall, lanky (long limbs) teenager
B. Plain, small, and middle-aged
C. A portly (short and chubby) senior citizen
D. Athletic and strong but unattractive
4) What is the source of the persistent noise in Winston Smith’s residence?
A. A dripping leak from the ceiling
B. Tractors and large trucks driving down the road
C. Audio from the telescreen
D. Crackling COMM-wires in the walls
5) What is the name of the ultimate authority in Winston’s society?
A. Big Brother
B. The Agency of Order
C. COMINTERN (The World Council)
D. Trick question! There is no authority in charge.
6) What is Winston Smith’s occupation?
A. He fixes machinery in a factory.
B. He grows plants that are used to make cloth.
C. He has an office job for the government.
D. Trick question! The Office of Development rates him “X-B, unemployable.”
7) Which choice describes the hierarchy (levels) of the society in 1984?
A. Intelligencia (top), Functiona, and Labotia (bottom)
B. Delegates (top), citizens, and subcaste (bottom)
C. Inner Party (top), Outer Party, and proles (bottom)
D. Trick question! The society makes everyone equal.
8) Why is Emmanuel Goldstein celebrated in Winston’s society?
A. He oversees The Agency of Order.
B. He designed the COMM-wire system.
C. He gave his life to save the country.
D. Trick Question! He is hated and vilified.
9) What is the name of the daily ceremony in which Winston must participate?
A. The Prayer of Allegiance
B. The Pain of Sacrifice
C. The Two Minutes Hate
D. The Ten State Sacraments
10) What crime does Winston Smith commit in Part 1: Chapter I?
A. He eats in a cafeteria.
B. He pretends to be sick to miss work.
C. He vandalizes (breaks on purpose) a piece of machinery.
D. He writes in a diary.
SHORT ANSWER:
What is life like for people in Winston’s society? Include general observations and specifics.
PART 1: CHAPTER II
1) Why does the police inspector come to Winton’s door at the start of Part 1: Chapter II?
A. He is raising money for a charity.
B. He is looking for a suspect and warning people nearby.
C. A neighbor issued a complaint about Winston.
D. Trick Question! This did not happen.
2) What favor does Winston’s neighbor, Mrs. Parsons, ask of him?
A. To watch the children
B. To lie to the police
C. To hide contraband (illegal items)
D. To fix the sink
3) To what youth organization do the Parson children belong?
A. The Future Business Leaders of Oceania
B. The Spies
C. The 4H Club
D. The Crimson Hornets
4) The Parson kids are disappointed that their mom is too busy to take them to…
A. A public execution.
B. The “bear hunts.”
C. Watch the bombings (the war).
D. Walley World theme park.
5) According to Winston, the children in his society are mostly…
A. Innocent and loveable.
B. Stupid and “of no use to anyone.”
C. Horrible and mean.
D. Clever and considerate.
6) Why is Winston Smith’s telescreen always on?
A. Telescreens cannot be turned off.
B. He broke the switch.
C. He feels compelled to keep track of the announcements.
D. Trick question! He does turn it off sometimes.
7) In Part 1: Chapter 2, Winston determines that he is writing the diary to be read by…
A. His parents and sister.
B. Future generations (historical value).
C. Other members of The Resistance.
D. Trick question! He does not really know.
8) How will Winston know if anyone finds and reads his diary?
A. He would instantly become famous.
B. His apartment has motion-activated cameras.
C. The lock will be broken.
D. He left a speck of dust resting on the cover.
SHORT ANSWER:
Describe Winston Smith’s state of mind based on the first two chapters of 1984. What are his thoughts and emotions?
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