What do firemen do in the world of Fahrenheit 451?
burn books
What is written on Montag's helmet?
451
Describe Clarisse's appearance
thin, milk white face, dark eyes
How old is Clarisse?
16, one month away from turning 17
What are the two professional symbols that Montag wears?
Salamander (arm) and phoenix disc (chest)
What is etched on Montag's igniter?
Salamander
What does Montag say he always smells like?
Kerosine
How do people feel about firemen?
They are afraid of them bc firemen usually put fires out, not start them
What does Montag compare Clarisse to? What does this symbolize?
She reminds him of light, illumination, rediscovery. Clarisse, like a candle, symbolizes comfort for Montag.
What is against the law?
reading books
How do people drive?
Very fast
What does fast driving tell you about the society?
It's a fast-paced society
Why was Clarisse's uncle arrested?
For driving too slowing on the highway and was jailed for 2 days
What does Clarisse ask Montag?
If he's happy.
What does Montag compare Clarisse's face to?
The dial of a small clock at night (white and glowing)
What are characteristics of the society?
Face-paced society, people are busy, people only care about themselves
Describe the mood as Montag enters the house?
dark and lonely
What words does Montag use to describe his house?
"a cold marbled room of a mausoleum" and dark and tomb-like
Who is Montag's wife and how old is she?
Mildred, age 30
What realization does Montag have about his life?
He's not happy.
What does Montag's wife have in her ear?
Seashells
What do seashells do?
They act like a radio.
What does Montag mean when he says, "the room was indeed empty?"
His wife was physically there but not mentally there.
What does Montag accidentally kick?
A bottle of sleeping pills
What did Mildred try to do?
She tried to commit suicide by overdosing on sleeping pills
What do the two machines used on Mildred do?
Pumped her stomach and gave her fresh blood
Are these routine procedures?
Yes according to the medical technicians.
What does this tell us about the society?
That overdosing on something was common.
How does Mildred react to Montag's confrontation about the sleeping pills?
She doesn't remember it and is in denial.
Describe the televisions?
They were large, wall-sized tvs
What types of tv shows were there?
interactive dramas
What does Clarisse like to do in her free time?
Hike in the forest, watch birds, and collect butterflies
How are Clarisse and Mildred different?
Clarisse seems older and more mature...Mildred is childish. Clarisse thinks about things and Mildred is only interested in TV.
Why does Montag like Clarisse?
She's peculiar (strange) and interesting and she makes him think about things.