Conceit is:
![]() a (1) : a result of mental activity : thought (2) : individual opinion b : favorable opinion; especially : excessive appreciation of one's own worth or virtue 2 : a fancy item or trifle 3 a : a fanciful idea b : an elaborate or strained metaphor c : use or presence of such conceits in poetry d : an organizing theme
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Pacing Guide Random reading checks will be Book I given for assigned reading!!!!
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Ch1 (bk 1): 1-20 Each section notes Ch2 (bk 1): 20-29 due next day Ch3 (bk 1): 30-38 Ch4 (bk 1): 38-49 Ch5 (bk 1): 49-65 Ch6 (bk 1): 65-71 Ch7 (bk 1): 71-83 Ch8 (bk 1): 84-106 Pacing Guide Book III
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Ch 1 (bk 3): 231-246 Each section notes Ch 1 (bk 3): 246-269 due next day Ch 1 (bk 3): 269-284 Ch 1 (bk 3): 284-292 Ch 1 (bk 3): 292-297 Ch 1 (bk 3): 297-308 |
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Themes, Motifs, & Symbols
How are these components used in the novel?
Themes: Themes are the fundamental and often universal ideas explored in a literary work.
* Glass paperweight
* St. Clement's Church
* Big Brother
* Telescreens
* Redarmed Prole Woman
- The dangers of Totalitarianism / Effects of power-Control of History & Information / Psychological and Physical Manipulation
- The value and role of Individuality & integrity
- West vs East-does man have the capacity to create a world of peace & justice
- Doublethink
- Urban Decay
* Glass paperweight
* St. Clement's Church
* Big Brother
* Telescreens
* Redarmed Prole Woman