Fahrenheit 451 Part 1 Review

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What happens to Montag as a result of meeting Clarisse?

Back

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

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Why did Emergency Hospital send technicians instead of a doctor to treat Mildred?

Back

That kind of medical procedure was so common that technician-operated machines had been developed to treat the patient.

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What do firemen do in the society of Fahrenheit 451?

Back

They burn books with kerosene.

Front

How does the Mechanical Hound track down its prey?

Back

By its chemical complex.

Front

What realization does Montag come to regarding his wife Mildred?

Back

He doesn't really know her.

Front

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

Back

She acts as a catalyst for Montag's self-reflection and questioning of society.

Front

What does the fire symbolize in Fahrenheit 451?

Back

Destruction and censorship, but also potential for rebirth and enlightenment.

Front

How does society view books in Fahrenheit 451?

Back

Books are banned and viewed as dangerous, leading to ignorance.

Front

What role does technology play in the lives of the characters?

Back

It isolates individuals and replaces meaningful human interactions.

Front

What is the main conflict Montag faces throughout Part 1?

Back

His internal struggle between conformity and the desire for knowledge.