A Brave New World: Chapters 1-3 Character Analysis

Describe the character of Bernard Marx in the first three chapters of 'A Brave New World'.

• Intelligent but discontented Alpha-Plus

• Dumb and contented Beta-Minus

How does the character of Lenina Crowne evolve from the beginning to the end of Chapter 3?

• Lenina becomes less interested and bored

• Lenina becomes more curious and intrigued

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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What role does Mustapha Mond play in the first three chapters of the novel?

• Mustapha Mond is the Resident World Controller of Western Europe and one of the ten World Controllers.

• Mustapha Mond is a Beta-Minus psychologist who specializes in sleep-teaching at the Central London Hatchery and Conditioning Centre.

Discuss the character of Henry Foster and his interactions with other characters in the story.

• Henry Smith

• Henry Foster

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

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What are the primary characteristics of the Director as evident in the initial three chapters?

• The primary characteristics of the Director include being authoritative, controlling, and traditional.

• The primary characteristics of the Director include being friendly, laid-back, and modern.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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Compare and contrast the characters of Helmholtz Watson and Bernard Marx in the early part of the novel.

• Helmholtz Watson is confident and charismatic, while Bernard Marx is insecure and socially awkward.

• Helmholtz Watson is arrogant and unlikable, while Bernard Marx is humble and kind.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

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How does the character of Fanny Crowne contribute to the development of the story in Chapters 1-3?

• Fanny Crowne is a minor character with no relevance to the plot

• Fanny Crowne provides insight into the society's values and attitudes towards relationships and happiness.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Explain the significance of Linda's character in the first three chapters of 'A Brave New World'.

• Linda has no significance in the first three chapters

• Linda provides a contrast to the society in the World State

What do the characters of Lenina and Fanny reveal about the society in which they live?

• Conformity, consumerism, and lack of individuality

• Tradition, community, and strong moral values

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

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In what ways does the character of John the Savage challenge the norms and values of the World State?

• John rejects the use of soma, expresses emotions and individuality, and questions the lack of genuine human experiences.

• John never challenges the lack of genuine human experiences and fully accepts the World State's way of life