Fahrenheit 451 Review

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Why does Montag read a poem to Mildred and her friends?

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Montag reads a poem to Mildred and her friends because he is just so upset by their ignorance that he wants to scare them into 'waking up'.

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What is the purpose of constant background noise in Montag's society?

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The constant background noise is meant to keep people from focusing on anything bad and thinking for themselves.

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What is the condition throughout the rest of the world in Fahrenheit 451?

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The rest of the world is very poor, not as ignorant and self-absorbed, and dislikes Montag's society.

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What does Mildred represent as a character in Fahrenheit 451?

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Mildred represents society as a whole.

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How is Clarisse viewed by others in Montag's society?

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Clarisse is thought to be insane because she comes from the old society where talking and thinking were appreciated.

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What does the fire symbolize in Fahrenheit 451?

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Fire symbolizes destruction and censorship, but also the potential for rebirth and renewal.

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What role do the 'firemen' play in Montag's society?

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Firemen are responsible for burning books and suppressing intellectual freedom.

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What is the significance of the Mechanical Hound?

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The Mechanical Hound represents the oppressive control of the government and the loss of individuality.

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How does Montag's character evolve throughout the story?

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Montag evolves from a conforming fireman to a questioning rebel seeking knowledge and truth.

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What does the term 'book burning' represent in the context of Fahrenheit 451?

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Book burning represents the censorship of ideas and the suppression of intellectual freedom.