"DOWN WITH BIG BROTHER....theyll shoot me i dont care theyll shoot me in the back of the neck i dont care down with big brother they always shoot you in the back of the neck i dont care down with big brother"
p. 18-9
This is one thought process that Winston writes out on paper that is continuously going through his mind. Despite his disgust and disagreement with the current government, he also fears acting against it. This is apparent from the thoughts we are given through the 1st person narrative. In going against the government, vaporization may be imminent, but continued support still will likely end in his death. If the main character of the novel has these thoughts, it can thus be inferred that this is a common thought for many characters in the novel. Thus this internal conflict is important because it gives even more detail into how the government is affecting people's daily lives and thoughts. It is most interesting because it shows the control that Winston struggles to have over himself during these conflicting times. This internal conflict is key to understanding the government's immense control and truthfully, power, both physically and mentally over the people.
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