Story Synopsis
How does Mustapha Mond represent the government and its message in Brave New World?
He is the controller, and represents the government's desire for stability and conformity.
True of False: The social system is based on a caste system.
True
What was the major event happening in Britain when the novel was written?
Britain was suffering through a major depression.
When was Aldous Huxley born?
July 26, 1894
True or False: The novel ends on a hopeful note, with John and Mustapha Mond to create a society that values individuality and freedom.
False
True of False: There are specific roles based on gender.
False
What was the state of Britain in 1932, when the novel was written?
Britain was between wars.
What was Aldous Huxley's childhood like?
True or False: The citizens of the World State are conditioned from birth to accept their assigned social roles and not question authority.
True
Are citizens envious of the people that live in the higher class?
No, because they are conditioned to feel inferior to those in power.
What was the British economy like when Brave New World was written?
Aldous Huxley was turned away from the military, but turned to employment in the Air Ministry.
What is the government's main goal in Brave New World?
To ensure the happiness and stability of society
Why is the world not divided into gender roles?
The leaders wanted to create uniformity and equality between genders.
How many British citizens were unemployed when the novel was written?
3.5 million
What was Aldous Huxley's job?
What is the main message or warning that Brave New World sends to the reader?
The dangers of sacrificing individuality and free will for the sake of stability and happiness.
What principle does the world they live in go by?
Mass production principle.
What major advancement did Huxley draw inspiration from?
The Ford Assembly Line
Was Huxley ever married?
Huxley had two wives.