Friday, April 29, 2011

Essential Plot Elements

Exposition: As the novel opens, Winston Smith, a member of the Outer Party dislikes the Party because they prohibit free thought, sex, and individuality. He has committed a crime by purchasing diary which he uses to express his thoughts.

Rising Action: Winston works in the Ministry of Truth and alter documents to fit the Party. The Party claim that the Brotherhood is bad but this does not seem plausible to Winston, as his hatred for the Party grows more and more intense. He receives the message from O’Brien. Winston wants to join the Brotherhood.

Climax: Winston is tortured in Room 101.

Falling Action: Winston spends time in a café after being released from prison.

Denouement: Winston’s spirit is broken. He is released to the outside world. He meets Julia, but no longer feels anything for her. He has learned to love Big Brother.

Source:

http://www.enotes.com/1984/q-and-a/


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