Questions for pages 21-30

Explain the meaning of the following symbols so far in the book: 

451
Phoenix
Electric-Eyed Snake
Mausoleum
Dandelion

1.    When Clarisse is outside on page 21, what is she doing?

2.    When Clarisse puts the flower under Montag’s chin, what does it show? Why?

3.    Who do you think makes Clarisse go to the psychiatrist? Why?

4.    What is Clarisse’s opinion of Montag? Explain.

5.    What is the Hound? What is its function?

6.    Who is Beatty? Does he seem to like Montag?

7.    Contrast the uncle’s description of the “old days” with the current society.