At the onset of class, we reviewed expectations regarding the homework assignment due Tuesday, which was emailed yesterday. We then discussed Orwell's use of the term 'proles,' which is short for proletariat and how they are portrayed by 'Big Brother' in the novel. We also read the 5 pages to finish Book I/Chapter VIII and Ben analyzed the quote spoken by the protagonist: "I understand HOW: I do not understand WHY." Ben demonstrated excellent understanding and synthesis when queried.