Symbolism
This animal in the title of Part 1 of Fahrenheit 451 represents perseverance and bravery which are the main characteristics of Montag. In mythology, this animal is able to walk through fire.
What is the salamander in Fahrenheit 451?
Jonas feels happy and more alive after he escapes the community with Gabriel. He experiences various emotions including love and wants to protect Gabriel.
What is freedom?
This character helps Montag realize that he is truly not happy and that he should be more curious about the world.
Who is Clarisse?
It represents the liberation from the oppression that the people experience in Pleasantville.
What is the symbolism in Pleasantville changing from black and white to vibrant colors?
The character represents the lack of empathy and love refuses to understand the world or gain knowledge.
Who is Mildred
This character is one of Jonas's friends who later grows apart from him. He represents the community and their societal norms.
Who is Asher in The Giver?
Montag kills this character because he is afraid that he will kill Faber. The character he killed represents the power of censorship and the destruction of knowledge.
Who is Captain Beatty?
The violent protests and riots in Pleasantville between the black and white people and the colored people represent the 1960's civil rights movement.
What time in history are these scenes be representing?