Fahrenheit 451 Part 1 flashcard

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What is the MAIN reason people stopped reading books in the society of Fahrenheit 451?

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They did not like that books presented different ways of thinking.

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Which character talks for a long time about the history of firemen, technology, the dangers of books, and the way society works?

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Captain Beatty.

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What realization does Montag come to regarding his wife Mildred?

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He doesn't really know her.

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What happens to Montag as a result of meeting Clarisse?

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He starts to notice what's missing in his life.

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According to Clarisse, why is Montag 'not like the others'?

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He actually listens and talks and looks at her.

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What role do firemen play in the society of Fahrenheit 451?

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They burn books to suppress dissenting ideas and maintain societal conformity.

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How does technology influence the lives of characters in Fahrenheit 451?

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It distracts them from reality and critical thinking, leading to a shallow existence.

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What is the significance of the character Clarisse in Montag's life?

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She represents curiosity and the questioning of societal norms.

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What does Montag's job as a fireman symbolize in the context of the story?

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It symbolizes the suppression of knowledge and the enforcement of conformity.

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How does the society in Fahrenheit 451 view books?

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Books are seen as dangerous and are banned to prevent conflicting ideas.