“It was my little daughter,” (233) […] “Pretty smart for a nipper of seven, eh? I don’t bear her any grudge for it. In fact I’m proud of her. It shows I brought her up in the right spirit, anyway” (233)
Winston has always acknowledged Parsons as an insolent, fool who was the ideal Party member. Parsons’ loyalty to the party is derived from fear, but out of blind reverence. Nothing could turn Parsons against the Party because his ignorance prevents him from being able to perceive that things will not always unravel in his favor. Parsons’ praising demeanor to being betrayed by his own daughter demonstrates his unconditional respect for the Party.
Supple (219) – Moving and bending with agility; limber.
Jowl (222) - The flesh under the lower jaw, especially when plump or flaccid.
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