1. Describe the history of the 451 society. How and
why did the society change from being similar to ours? How do these changes
parallel the changes in our society from the past?
2. Beatty says, “Each man the image of every other; they all are
happy, for there are no mountains to make them cower, to judge themselves
against. So! A book is a loaded gun in the house next door. Burn it. Take
the shot from the weapon.” Reflect on the quotation. What does Beatty
mean by this? What is his view of the world? Do you agree with him? Is
there any truth in what he says?
3. What is Beatty’s character like? Describe him using specific
examples.
4. Briefly reflect upon the Denham's Dentrifice scene.
5. Who is Faber and why does Mongtag call him?
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