Fahrenheit 451 by Savannah Epps https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs This is an interactive webquest for students to learn the context of the novel as well as it's relevance before we start reading. en-us 2023-06-26 01:31:42 UTC 2023-07-07 20:41:12 UTC hello@padlet.com WebQuest Document se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2631997408 This is the document where students will find the questions are searching to find the answers of for the time period. ]]> 2023-06-26 01:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2631997408 Who is Ray Bradbury? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2631998237 Use this website to learn about the author of F451, Ray Bradbury. ]]> 2023-06-26 01:37:43 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2631998237 Why should we still read F45? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2631999453 Watch this video to help understand why we still ready this novel. ]]> 2023-06-26 01:38:58 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2631999453 What is censorship? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632000650 What is censorship? Who gets to decide what information is censored and for whom? How is that power yielded? ]]> 2023-06-26 01:40:19 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632000650 What are book burnings? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632001346 Where were book burnings established? For what purpose? ]]> 2023-06-26 01:41:04 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632001346 What is McCarthyism? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632002741 How is McCarthyism relevant to F451? Book burnings? Censorship? How is it relevant to Bradbury and the warnings in his novel? ]]> 2023-06-26 01:42:05 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632002741 Why are books banned? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632003779 Read this article to find why books are banned, what books are banned the most, and form an opinion on the relevance of these bannings. ]]> 2023-06-26 01:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632003779 Why is F451 relevant NOW? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632006640 This article and video go through why F451 is still relevant in our current society. What aspects of this novel do we see in our modern lives? ]]> 2023-06-26 01:46:34 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632006640 More Facebook Friends, Fewer Real Ones se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632009305 Matthew Brashears, a Cornell University sociologist, surveyed more than 2,000 adults and concluded that, despite the emergence of online social networks, the number of truly close friends people cite has dropped.]]> 2023-06-26 01:49:44 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632009305 Why do people follow the crowd? se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632009852 Dr. Gregory Berns, a professor of behavioral science, conducted several experiments for the purpose of answering an age-old question: Why do people follow the crowd? ABC's Primetime recreated two of these experiments using several unsuspecting people.

Skill Focus: 
In this lesson, you’ll practice identifying an author’s central idea and how they support it. This means paying attention to the evidence and reasons they give for their idea. As you read, take note of the details that support the author’s central idea.
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From the beginning, there is an allusion to "Dover Beach" by Matthew Arnold: "And the sea of the burning text rolled on," alludes to Arnold's depiction of a world losing its faith and descending into chaos. This sets the tone for the dystopian society depicted in the novel. 
There is also an allusion to "Robinson Crusoe" by Daniel Defoe. One of the main characters in the novel, who juxtaposes Montag's wife or the "norm" of the society, Clarisse McClellan, is reminiscent of the character Friday from "Robinson Crusoe." Just as Friday serves as a reminder of the natural, uncorrupted world, Clarisse represents the free-thinking, curious individual in a society that suppresses intellectual exploration.
There is another allusion to "Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare: Bradbury references Shakespeare's play to highlight the dangers of censorship and the suppression of knowledge. Captain Beatty quotes the line, "There is no terror, Cassius, in your threats, for I am armed so strong in honesty that they pass by me as an idle wind." There is another quote in which Faber, Montag's almost mentor, mentions that, "Remember Caesar, thou art mortal" to remind him that he should be more careful. 
These few examples of the literary allusions in "Fahrenheit 451" to help to deepen the themes of the novel, such as the importance of literature, the dangers of censorship, and the impact of technology on society. Each allusion serves as a literary reference that adds layers of meaning to the story and invites readers to reflect on the broader context in which the novel is situated.
]]> 2023-06-26 02:01:38 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632021070 Censorship and Fahrenheit 451 se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632021443 The goal of this project was to apply the censorship found in Fahrenheit 451 to other situations present in different areas of “the real world”. The students, after doing so, would then create a video of images and their voice, discussing themes of Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 and how it’s used in other areas outside of the book. The purpose is to have students use analysis in literature and applying it in different areas as well as to do so in a different way other than through writing. By using the video software, they are changing the way that traditional classroom settings are used.

"Fahrenheit 451" explores the theme of censorship and its consequences in a dystopian society. In the novel, books are banned and burned by the government in an effort to control and manipulate the population. 
The first topic to look into in relation to identify the theme is: suppression of knowledge. In the world of "Fahrenheit 451," books are seen as dangerous because they challenge the status quo and encourage critical thinking. The government seeks to suppress knowledge and ideas to maintain control over the population. This reflects the broader idea that censorship is often driven by a desire to control information and limit independent thought.
Another important topic is the role of technology. In the novel, technology, such as large-scale televisions and earpiece radios, plays a significant role in distracting and manipulating individuals. It serves as a tool for the government to maintain control and prevent critical thinking. This highlights the idea that censorship can take various forms, including the manipulation of information through technology.
The exploration of censorship in "Fahrenheit 451" raises important questions about the role of information, the power of literature, and the importance of free expression. It serves as a cautionary tale, warning against the dangers of a society that suppresses knowledge and discourages critical thinking.
]]> 2023-06-26 02:02:04 UTC https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632021443 se07037 https://padlet.com/se07037/7otwyqpjvtghh9vs/wish/2632052339 Ray Bradbury's novel "Fahrenheit 451" presents a compelling vision of a future dystopia that remains relevant and authentic even today. 
The suppression of intellectual freedom is key aspects that contribute to its authenticity. In the world of "Fahrenheit 451," intellectual freedom is severely restricted through the banning and burning of books. The government, fearing dissent and independent thought, enforces strict censorship. This reflects historical instances of book burnings and censorship, such as Nazi Germany's burning of books during the 1930s, making the novel's dystopia feel rooted in real-world concerns.
Also, the decline of critical thinking is a topic of authenticity. In Bradbury's dystopia, society is consumed by mindless entertainment and shallow distractions. People are constantly bombarded with fast-paced media, such as interactive television walls and seashell earpieces. The devaluation of critical thinking and intellectual pursuits mirrors concerns about the impact of technology and media saturation on contemporary society.
Something that I talk to my students about frequently in this novel relevant to our current society is the loss of connection and isolation. "Fahrenheit 451" portrays a society in which genuine human connections are scarce. People live isolated lives, lacking meaningful interactions. This theme resonates with the increasing prevalence of social isolation in the modern world, where digital communication often substitutes for genuine human contact.
These elements contribute to the authenticity of "Fahrenheit 451" as a future dystopia. Bradbury's insightful exploration of censorship, the decline of critical thinking, and the power of mass media reflect real-world concerns and cautionary tales from history. The novel serves as a reminder of the importance of intellectual freedom, critical inquiry, and the preservation of human connections in the face of oppressive forces.
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