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In 1984 by George Orwell, the advancement of technology created a society filled with surveillance. The government, or “Big Brother”, used technology like two way television screens and surveillance cameras to maintain constant watch over their citizens. In today’s society the government has ten times the amount of surveillance technology envisioned by George Orwell in 1984. The United States government was founded around the basic fundamental principle of freedom. However with all the new…

Upon analysis of George Washington’s legacy and accomplishments, he is presented as a leader that defined the future of our country's in hard times even before it was a country and with dedication and commanding skills. When the United States was just thirteen colonies and trying to break off of the power of England, he was the commander of the Continental Army which all though not all battles were won But in the end we gained our independence. He hasn't only partaken in how the United States of…

Gennifer Peletz 4th Period September 9th, 2015 Old Log Title: 1984 Author: George Orwell Main Characters, Title, Traits: Winston Smith: protagonist, works at the Ministry of Truth, above average intelligence, easily controlled despite wanting to be, will say or do anything to keep from getting in trouble with The Party Julia: protagonist, works at the Ministry of Truth, rebellious, corrupt, not as motivated in destroying Big Brother as much as Winston O’Brien: protagonist at the beginning and…

president before retiring to his estate in Mount Vernon, Virginia. George Washington was born at Bridges Creek in Westmoreland County, Virginia, on February 22, 1732. He was the first child of Augustine Washington and his second wife, Mary Ball. His father was a middling planter who owned about 10,000 acres of land. Augustine Washington was also very active in public life, serving as sheriff, church warden, and justice of the peace. George Washington…

As valued as privacy is, how have George Orwell’s warnings from the past been so neglected? 1984 by George Orwell has gained the attention of the masses in recent years due to its increasingly accurate message on government invasion of privacy. With the citizens of the “land of the free” questioning if they are as free as they should; these warnings become increasingly relevant to the modern world. Orwell set out with the purpose of warning readers of the dangers of government invasion of…

a war influencing politics, or an athlete changing the game of his or her sport, these moments can take place anywhere and at any time. For the film industry, one of the most important and groundbreaking films ever made was Star Wars, directed by George Lucas. Star Wars instantly became one of the most popular films once released, creating a fanbase that will continue for many generations. Lucas was able to create this unbelievable film through many common techniques that were used for many…

While having his last portrait painted, George Washington, shares his memories of facing his biggest enemy Charles Langlade, who also happens to be his friend. STORY COMMENTS THE LAND ABOVE presents as a dramatic historical character-driven journey that focuses on the iconic character of George Washington, his exploits, his regrets, and his rival with Langlade. The character of George Washington is a legendary figure and any film that offers a new perspective of Washington has merit. The…

The Novel ‘1984’ by George Orwell, society is under control of big brother, the leader and protector of Oceania. The story in my opinion is related to the society that we live in today. 1984 and the society that we live in today both share qualities like relationships are based on pain or that the government is reversed. Either way I say that the relationships are based on pain and that the government is corrupted not reversed. 1984 is a fictional book that takes place in a dystopian society.…

Are you still haunted by certain decisions you deemed regrettable? In the essay, “shooting an Elephant” George Orwell described an unsettling personal experience that occurred while he was employed as a British police officer in Burma. Even though Orwell was an authority figure with military supremacy, Orwell was still being ill-treated and made a mockery of by the Burmese. Orwell is soon involved in a predicament with dealing with a must elephant that killed a coolie. Now, Orwell is helplessly…

George Washington is a very prominent and significant person throughout the United States, despite the fact that he lived over two hundred years ago. He is most well known for being the first president of the United States, but there is much more than just his presidency that makes him a significant person in history. George Washington was born on February 22, 1732, in Westmoreland County, Virginia. His father was Augustine Washington. Augustine was a prosperous tobacco farmer in Virginia…