Fahrenheit 451 Part 1 Flashcard

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What are the two major events that make Montag question everything?

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A woman chooses to burn with her books and Clarisse disappears.

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What smells like perfume to Montag?

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Kerosene.

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Why does Montag despise the technology Mildred uses?

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It is mindless entertainment, and she is usually disconnected from reality.

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What first happens to Montag as a result of meeting Clarisse?

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He starts to question the way things are.

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How does Montag meet Clarisse McClellan?

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Walking home from work.

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What is the significance of the woman burning with her books?

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It symbolizes the extreme value placed on books and knowledge in a society that bans them.

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How does Montag's perception of fire change throughout Part 1?

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Initially, he sees fire as a tool for destruction, but he begins to see it as a symbol of knowledge and rebirth.

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What role does Clarisse play in Montag's transformation?

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

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What does Mildred's character represent in the story?

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She represents the mindless conformity and distraction of society.

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What is the significance of the mechanical hound?

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It represents the oppressive control of the government and the dehumanization of society.