Fahrenheit 451 Part 2 pg 85-98

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What job do Mildred's friends' husbands have?

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They are gone fighting the war.

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Where did Montag originally meet Faber?

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The park.

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Why didn't Faber stand up and protest when the first book burnings began?

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He was too scared to stand up.

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What poem does Montag recite for Mildred and her friends?

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Dover Beach.

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What does Faber say about the physical books?

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They are not what is important; it is what is stated in books where the true power lies.

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What is the significance of fire in Fahrenheit 451?

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Fire symbolizes destruction and censorship, but also transformation and rebirth.

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How does Montag's view of books change throughout the story?

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Montag evolves from seeing books as dangerous to understanding their value and importance.

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What role does Clarisse play in Montag's life?

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Clarisse acts as a catalyst for Montag's awakening and questioning of society.

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What does the character of Mildred represent in the novel?

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Mildred represents the complacent, superficial society that is disconnected from reality.

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What is the theme of censorship in Fahrenheit 451?

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Censorship is a central theme, illustrating the dangers of suppressing ideas and knowledge.