Fahrenheit 451 Part 1 Flashcard

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What question haunts Montag because neither he nor his wife can remember the answer?

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How did Montag and Mildred meet?

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What realization does Montag have regarding his wife Mildred?

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He doesn't really know her that well.

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How does Clarisse describe herself?

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"17 and insane".

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How does Montag meet Clarisse McClellan?

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Walking home from work.

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What are "seashells" in Fahrenheit 451?

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Radio earbuds/airpods.

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What is the significance of Montag's relationship with Mildred?

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It highlights the emotional disconnect and lack of communication in their marriage.

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What role does Clarisse play in Montag's life?

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She acts as a catalyst for his self-discovery and questioning of society.

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What does Montag's inability to remember how he met Mildred suggest about their relationship?

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It suggests a lack of meaningful connection and shared experiences.

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What does the term 'firemen' symbolize in Fahrenheit 451?

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They symbolize censorship and the destruction of knowledge.

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How does society in Fahrenheit 451 view books?

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Books are banned and viewed as dangerous to societal conformity.