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What Is Doublethink In 1984 By George Orwell

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This quote comes from the book “1984 By George Orwell.” The author uses this to show the readers about doublethink. In other words, it’s one thing that can mean another. The quote contains three different parts. Each one has its own meaning. “WAR IS PEACE. FREEDOM IS SLAVERY. IGNORANCE IS STRENGTH.” “War is peace” means that having war in your country against another keeps your country together in peace, trying to make their country stronger. The party interprets this to say that Even though Oceania is at war the people are kept calming knowing things were getting better, and the people of Oceania gives back in return. "Freedom is slavery" also acts as a subconscious discouragement for anyone who might consider seeking freedom, the party
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