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Question 21
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In 1984, Big Brother uses television screens to monitor the residents. In today's world, how are we being monitored - whether by choice or not? And do you think the value of today's technology is being used for our benefit or to control us? Be specific in your answer, citing examples please.
Question 22
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Orwell feared that the government would obscure the truth, control history, ban books, and censor information. By using fear Big Brother would control us. What was it that Huxley feared would be the ruin of society?
Question 23
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Both books are cautionary tales about the misuse of power in a totalitarian society. Explain how you think each book is reflected in today's society. Which book do you think is most similar to the world we live in today?
