Literary Devices
What literary device is used in the phrase "marching to the drums and music of magical words"
The literary device used in the phrase "marching to the drums and music of magical words" is alliteration
How does the character's marching to the beats of magical words highlight the theme of conformity vs individuality in the passage?
The character's marching to the beats of magical words highlights the theme of conformity vs individuality by showing how the World State uses language as a tool for controlling its citizens and suppressing their individuality.
How does the symbol (the girdle) used to describe the gods' inheritance in the passage relate to the theme of gender roles in the novel?
The symbol used to describe the gods' inheritance in the passage reflects the theme of gender roles in the novel by emphasizing the patriarchal and misogynistic nature of the World State's society.
Who is the character who recites Shakespearean lines while marching to the beat of magical words?
The Savage (John)
Complete the quote: "...they rumbled in his ears."
Maddeningly
How does the imagery in the phrase "burning, scalding, stench, consumption" contribute to the theme of oppression in the passage?
The imagery in the phrase "burning, scalding, stench, consumption" contributes to the theme of oppression by showing the intense suffering and misery that the citizens of the World State are forced to endure.
How does the allusion to Shakespeare's "Hamlet" in the passage relate to the theme of freedom in the novel?
The allusion to Shakespeare's "Hamlet" in the passage relates to the theme of freedom in the novel by emphasizing the importance of literature and the arts in fostering independent thought and individualism.
What is the symbolic significance of the small gilded fly mentioned in the allusion used in the passage, and how does it relate to the character's search for individuality?
The small gilded fly mentioned in the allusion used in the passage symbolizes the fragile nature of individuality, which is easily crushed or destroyed by the forces of conformity and control.
The character speaking in the passage is reciting Shakespeare as a response to an action done by which character?
Lenina
The fitchew nor the soiled horse goes to't with a more riotous appetite. Down from the waist they are Centaurs…"
Though women all above
What is John feeling in the phrase: "Maddeningly they rumbled in his ears?" What type of tone does this create in the passage, and how does that affect the reader?
The effect of the angry tone in this phrase serves to create a sense of agitation and frustration in the reader, which reflects the Savage's own feelings.
How does the character's striding up and down in the other room relate to the theme of alienation in the novel?
The character's striding up and down in the other room relates to the theme of alienation in the novel by showing how the Savage is isolated from the rest of society due to his rejection of the World State's values and norms.
How does the fiend symbolize the theme of the individual vs society in the novel?
The fiend symbolizes the theme of the individual vs society in the novel by representing the inner turmoil and conflict experienced by those who resist the World State's attempts to control its citizens.
What does this passage show about the future of John and Lenina’s relationship
non-existent.
Complete the quote: "The wren goes to't and the small...."
Gilded fly does lecher in my sight
What play does the quote: "the wren goes to't and the small gilded fly does lecher in my sight" allude to and how does it highlight the theme of individuality in the passage?
The allusion to Shakespeare's "Hamlet" in the phrase "the wren goes to't and the small gilded fly does lecher in my sight" highlights the theme of individuality by showing how the Savage's familiarity with literature sets him apart from the conformity of the World State.
How does the character's desire for an ounce of civet to "sweeten his imagination" reflect the theme of the individual vs society?
The character's desire for an ounce of civet to "sweeten his imagination" reflects the theme of the individual vs society by showing how the Savage's desire for creativity and imagination clashes with the World State's emphasis on conformity and stability.
How does the symbol of sweetness, embodied by the ounce of civet, contrast with the themes of oppression and dystopia in the novel?
The symbol of sweetness embodied by the ounce of civet contrasts with the themes of oppression and dystopia in the novel by representing the Savage's desire for creativity and beauty, which are suppressed by the World State's emphasis on efficiency and stability.
What does the Savage's request for civet say about his character?
The Savage's request for civet shows that he seeks to escape from the reality of the World State and find meaning in his imagination.
Complete the quote: "Give me an ounce of …, …, … my imagination."
Civet, good apothecary, to sweeten
What is the meaning of the metaphor used in the phrase "Down from the waist they are Centaurs, though women all above. But to the girdle do the gods inherit?"
The metaphor compares the citizens of the World State to Centaurs, emphasizing their lack of individuality and their conformity to the system.
How does the passage relate to the theme of the impact of technology on society?
Trick question! The passage does not speak of any technological impact
How does the sulphurous pit symbolize the themes of darkness and despair in the novel?
The sulphurous pit symbolizes the themes of darkness and despair in the novel by representing the hellish consequences of the World State's pursuit of pleasure and stability at the expense of individual freedom and creativity.
Why do you think John reacted to previous events with the Shakespeare quotes in the passage?
Open-ended, no correct answer
Complete the quote: "But to the girdle do the gods inherit. Beneath is all the fiend's. There’s hell, there’s darkness…!"
There is a sulphurous pit, burning, scalding, stench, consumption; fie, fie, fie, pah, pah!