Monday, February 2, 2009

Fahrenheit 451 #3

Comments:

  • Clarisse was told to say that she was 17 years old and insane by Guy Montag.
  • Clarisse is questioning alot that has to with how the firefighters worked.
  • She and Guy Montage began walking as she questioned the history of fire burning lights.
  • Also she believes she is in love with him.
  • Mildred holds on "insane" anger


Questions:

  • What is the point of burning books?
  • Why does Clarisse act like she doesnt know what firemen do?
  • what makes her think she is in love?
  • Is there a reason why Mildred is this way ?


Words:

  • Refracted(pg40)-To deflect (light, for example) from a straight path by refraction
  • Wasp(pg41)-a person who is snappish or petulant
  • Pulverized(pg44)-to demolish or crush completely


Literary Terms:

  • "... warm-cool blowing night on the silvered pavement and there was the faintest breathe of fresh apricots and strawberries in the air."- Imagery
  • " Her face was like a snow-covered island upon which rain might fall."- Simile


Summary:

These pages introduces clarisse and Guy Montag when they meet.

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