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Set 3: Command of Evidence

Explanation

Answer: D

PASSAGE

George Orwell's *1984* depicts a totalitarian society where the Party controls all information. The protagonist, Winston, works at the Ministry of Truth, rewriting historical records to match the Party's current narrative. This illustrates the theme that controlling the past controls the present.

What does Winston's job at the Ministry of Truth reveal about the Party?

A. The Party values historical accuracy.
B. The Party manipulates history to maintain power.
C. The Party encourages free thought.
D. The Party is transparent with its citizens.✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Winston 'rewrites historical records to match the Party's current narrative. ' This is manipulation of history for control.

Key Evidence:

• "rewriting historical records"

• "controls the present"

Why others are wrong: A (They rewrite history, the opposite of accuracy.), C (They control information, the opposite of free thought.), D (They lie about history, the opposite of transparency.).

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