Flashcard 3 on Fahrenheit 451

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Why is Montag afraid to face Captain Beatty?

Back

He is afraid to become his old self.

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How does Captain Beatty treat Montag when he returns to the firehouse?

Back

Like nothing has happened.

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What is a motif?

Back

An idea present throughout a text.

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What is circumlocution?

Back

Use of unnecessarily long sentences.

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Why does Montag rip up the Bible?

Back

To force Faber to join him.

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What does the fire symbolize in Fahrenheit 451?

Back

Destruction and censorship.

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Who is Clarisse McClellan?

Back

A young woman who opens Montag's eyes to the world.

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What role does technology play in the society of Fahrenheit 451?

Back

It promotes ignorance and discourages critical thinking.

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What is the significance of the title 'Fahrenheit 451'?

Back

It is the temperature at which book paper supposedly catches fire.

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How does Montag's character change throughout the novel?

Back

He evolves from a conforming fireman to a questioning rebel.