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What, according to Orwell, does it mean to be human-How does the governing body in 1984 exploit certain tendencies, weaknesses and even strengths that human beings possess in order to, ironically, control and dehumanize humankind?

With a 1000 word essay with 3-4 body paragraphs (along with an introductory and concluding paragraph), respond to the prompt: In 1984, the protagonist, Winston, attempts to “stay human” in the face of a dehumanizing, totalitarian regime. What, according to Orwell, does it mean to be human? How does the governing body in 1984 exploit […]