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1 a) In what ways does Bradbury make the transformation of Montag so striking? (NAS)

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1 a) In what ways does Bradbury make the transformation of Montag so striking? (NAS)

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Bradbury makes Montag's transformation striking by showing the extent of of his change. This can be seen by how at the start and the end of the novel Montag is a drastically different person. At the start of the book Montag is somebody who enjoys the act of burning books, he revels in it as his job as a fireman. He also largely conforms to the dystopian society he is in, following the 'norm'. This is a stark contrast to Montag at the end of the play where he is in actively expanding his knowledge of books and the world around through joining Grangers gang. This was after having been awakened by the people he has met. This shows us how he has changed from being an individual who was a tool of enforcement for the society he lives in, to becoming a benchmark of growth and protection to retaliate against the society he was previously loyal to. This shows us how extremely and thoroughly changed Montag has become throughout the course of the book and thus makes his transformation all that much more striking.

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Bradbury makes this passage so hopeful through the use of the symbol of the phoenix. The pheonix is a bird that "every few hundred years (he) built a pyre and burned himself up". It later then will rise from hsi own ashes and repeat the cycle. The idea of being "born all over again" entices the reader as it suggests a new benining and a chance to start fresh. This gives hope as by then, the city had been destroyed amids the war, this was the chance for Granger and the hobo squad to start anew and create a society better than the typical one in farenheit 451. This idea is further added upon when Granger said that "We know the 🤬 silly thing we just did. We know all the 🤬 silly things we've done for a thousand years and as long as we know that and always have it around where we can see it, some day we will stop making the the foddam funeral pyres and jumping in the middle os them. We pick up a few more people that remember, every generation. ". This suggests that they will be empowered by the knowledge that they have by knowing history and using to their advantage so as not to repeat the same mistakes they made in the past. Granger also mentions that they will " pick up a few more people that remember, every generation" which gives the readers a sense of hope knowing that they are willing to put in the work to improve society, and in that moment, the fact that it can only get better also gives hope as they have a good place to start. Bradbury uses the symbol of the pheonix to convey the message of growth and the power of knowledge and how it can improve the lives of people instead of diminishing them. And adding on the capabilities of a human that the pheonix does not have to Granger, Montag and the hobo provides the readers confidence in the future eliciting hope.

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1(a) How does Bradbury bring out the idea of injustice?

Bradbury brings out the idea of injustice through the unfolding of Clarisse's story arc. Clarisse was a catalyst for Montag, acting as a vessel in order for him to truly perceive the injustices in their society and start questioning his preconceived notions. Clarisse was an outlier, as shown from the very first instance we are introduced to her character. In her introduction to Montag, she says, "I like to smell things and look at things, and sometimes stay up all night, walking, and watch the sun rise." This is in stark contrast to the typical culture of their society, where the citizens perceive these actions as abnormal. Through the contrast of her character, the dystopian aspects of their society are brought out even further. Later on, it is revealed that Clarisse was killed after getting run over by a car. This is significant in that it further emphasises to the readers how those who are true to themselves in their individualism, are removed from their society. Clarisse is a character who is true to herself, albeit being someone that opposes the expectations of their society. Through her death, we are able to see how individualism in their society is constantly eradicated, which brings out the idea of injustice as they are forced to succumb to the dystopian expectations of their society in order to live their lives.

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one way in whcih bradbury makes montag's transformation so striking is through displaying the polarising states of mind montag goes through, when we compare his character at the beginning of the novel versus the end. at the start of the novel, he is shown to be a character who goes with the flow, adhering to the mundane routine that is his job as a fireman (his described routine of returning to the fire station when he's done, changing out of his equipment, taking the subway to his stop back home). at this stage, he does not place much thought into questioning the systems and behaviours around him; he feeds into society's desired conformity. however, after the entrance of clarisse in the text, this mindset of montag's begins to rapidly change. likewise, with time, he meets more and more people like faber and granger who aid him in this transformation from an oblivious man to and unlearned one. this is encapsulated in how he ends up being part of granger's cause as a book keeper - retaining human insight and creation with an acute awareness of the world and its workings. this is in direct opposition with the environment he was in at the very start of the novel - a fireman who burned books to eliminate the spread of knowledge and insight, with no care for how society would function. as such, through the juxtaposing circumstances montag finds himself in at the start and end of the novel, bradbury makes his transformation ever so striking.

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''How does Bradbury make Faber such a significant character in the novel?''

Bradbury has made Faber a significant character in the novel by representing Faber as a catalyst that triggers and encourages Montag's action in bringing books back.
Ever since Faber was introduced, he was portrayed as a timid yet wise man who has a vast understanding of books and the corrupted system of society in the novel.
Due to his knowledge and wisdom, Montag is able to seek guidance on what he should do with his books, from Faber.
''I need you to teach me.'', this statement from Montag suggests how Montag severely needed help from Faber.
The word, ''need'' implies how crucial it is that Montag receives this guidance from Faber, or else he did be lost in dealing with his books situation. Furthermore, the words ''teach'' also emphasise how Montag still lack the necessary knowledge to take necessary actions in his plans of understanding books.''I need an umbrella to keep off the rain. I'm so damned afraid I'll drown if he gets me again.''
This statement from Montag furthers implies how difficult it would be for him to handle his situation if he does not have Faber's assistance. The phrase, ''need an umbrella to keep off the rain'', suggests how Faber is presented as a shield to protect Montag while they figure out their actions of bringing books back. While the phrase from Montag, ''so damned afraid I'll drown'', further suggest that Montag is terrified to try again on his own and there may be a possibility that he might not proceed with his plans of countering the system's rules against books if Faber does not assist him. All these only further emphasise how Bradbury has made Faber a crucial character by making him the only catalyse that allows and ensure Montag to continue his actions, thus developing their progress. Therefore making Faber significant to the novel. (?)

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Bradbury makes fire a powerful symbol in the novel as a representation of destruction and one's awareness. Fire is used as a tool in the dystopian society to implement and enforce censorship to keep everyone in a state of equilibrium. The use of fire was first questioned when Guy Montag first met Clarisse and she brought up a new thought for what the purpose of fire could be used for, "Is it true that long ago firemen put fires out instead of going to start them?". Guy Montag could only help but laugh thinking to himself how silly that idea could be but later questioning the possibility because all he knew was fire was meant for the destruction of books. Eventually, Montag also began to see "fire" in a different perspective other than the use of destruction which was all he knew and learned from the intellectuals he met, used it as warmth and to ignite knowledge within them (when they gather around the fire to express their opinion about books they read)- there he found acceptance and genuine friendship. To the people in the city, fire is being used as a destructive force to kill those whom rebelled against the state by keeping books illegally. From another point of view, it too saved Montag's life. In the country, fire takes on a different role, providing a source of comfort upon those who use it safely.

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(b) in what ways does bradbury make fire such a powerful symbol in the novel?

Bradbury makes fire such a powerful symbol in the novel by portraying it as a merciless symbol that impacts everyone in the dystopian society. Bradbury uses fire as a ruthless symbol as seen in the scene where the old lady is about to be burned down by the firemen, alongside her books, due to her refusal to turn in her books. The very fact that the fire was used to eliminate not only the books she owned but also her, implies the complete destruction of knowledge and people without any consideration for them. Moreover, bradbury portrays the fire to be used as a weapon or threat by the firemen in order to control the dystopian society and eliminate any outliers. This can be seen in the firemen’s extensive use of fire to “burn problems” and essentially reduce people and books into ashes. This implies that fire is greater than life and its merciless nature also mirrors that of the dystopian government, which also eradicates anything that strays away from their ‘utopian’ ideals.

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Bradbury makes the transformation of Montag so striking by positioning him as a dynamic character in the story. The fact that his ever-changing personality and beliefs juxtaposes the other characters in the story, positions him as a separate and striking character in the dystopian society. This can be seen in Bradbury's use of clarisse and mildred, both of whom remain the same in the story. for example, he uses clarisse as a catalyst to drive montag to think differently and go against the societal norms by interacting with him regularly about her experiences as an outlier and her 'odd' thoughts. this allows montag to eventually be more open-minded and aware of the dangers of a dystopian society and question his own beliefs, which is a significant transformation in the what he represents; the corrupt government to that of a more moral and logical person. on the other hand, Bradbury uses mildred as a representation and the epitome of all that is wrong with the dystopian society. This enhances montag's new transformation by being such a blatant example of the product of a person in a dystopian society, and montag is seen to exhibit more concern for his wife and self-awareness, which is a stark contrast to his nonchalant and ignorant self at the beginning of the story....?

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Bradbury makes fire such a powerful symbol in the novel by using fire to represent destruction. In the novel, firefighters would burn books that had not been destroyed if they were discovered or reported by people. The fire destroys both the books and every individuals rights to think differently and learn. The fire destroys the idea of free thinking through censorship and the physical book itself?

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Bradbury makes the transformation of Montag so striking by portraying him as a fireman at the very start of his play and stressing how his development led him to become the opposite of what is expected from firemen in their society.
Firemen in their society are known to be of great significance and their job is to essentially "burn books". Bradbury makes Montag "turn a new leaf" in terms of his actions.
(i have more to say but just so many thoughts )

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(a) (disclaimer i really dont know how to asnwer either question err)

Bradbury makes the transformation of montag so striking by using him as the only dynamic character in the entire story.
as a fireman, montag represents the government in a dystopian society and as compared to the other characters who have strong beliefs that remained unchanged, his stance changes through the use of clarisse who is a static character and a catalyst for his transformation. as the static characters did not change at all, this enhanced montag's transformation and made it more striking...?