Brave New World Chapter 10 Review

Questions and Answers

What plan does the Director discuss with Henry Foster?

To make a public example of Bernard and send him to Iceland.

To what does the Director compare the Bloomsbury Centre?

A hive of industry.

Why does the Director choose the Fertilizing Room to meet?

He is preparing to make a public example of Bernard in front of high-caste workers.

Why is it important that high-caste workers are witnesses?

Because they are very intelligent and capable of rebellious thoughts. Signup and view all the answers

How does Bernard begin the meeting?

He speaks too loudly at first. Signup and view all the answers

Of what does the Director accuse Bernard?

Heretical views on sport and soma, unorthodox sex life, and refusal to obey Our Ford. Signup and view all the answers

What is to be Bernard's punishment?

He will be dismissed from his post and sent to the lowest Sub-Centre, which is in Iceland. Signup and view all the answers

How does Linda try to act toward the Director?

She tries to be sexy and seductive but it turns into a mockery. Signup and view all the answers

What is the reaction in the room to Linda's revelation?

The room is very uncomfortable and there is a sense of embarrassment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the reaction to John's calling the Director his father?

Everyone starts to laugh, as if it was a mistake. Signup and view all the answers

How does the Director leave?

He covers his ears in humiliation and runs out of the room. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bernard's Confrontation

The Director intends to publicly disgrace Bernard by making an example of him in front of high-caste workers.
Bernard enters the Fertilizing Room, where the Director scolds him and prepares to deliver his punishment.
Bernard counters by bringing in Linda and John, which leads to a dramatic turn of events.

Linda and John's Impact

Linda abruptly embraces the Director, revealing she is his former lover and that he is the father of her child.
John, overwhelmed by the situation, acknowledges the Director as his father, further scandalizing the Director.

Director's Comparison

The Director equates the Bloomsbury Centre to a hive of industry, emphasizing its function and efficiency.

Choice of Location

The Fertilizing Room is chosen for its public nature and to witness the shaming of Bernard.

Importance of Witnesses

High-caste workers, known for their intelligence and potential for rebellious thoughts, are present to witness Bernard's punishment, underscoring the gravity of the Director's actions.

Bernard's Initial Behavior

Bernard inadvertently speaks too loudly when addressing the Director, highlighting his discomfort.

Charges Against Bernard

Bernard faces accusations of heretical views regarding sport, soma, and his unorthodox sexual life, marking him as a non-conformist.

Punishment Details

Bernard is sentenced to be dismissed from his position and exiled to a Sub-Centre in Iceland, a punitive measure reflecting his deviation from societal norms.

Linda's Attempt at Seduction

Linda tries to recapture her former seductive persona but ends up parodying herself, showcasing her decline.

Room's Reaction to Linda

Linda's bold revelation creates a tense atmosphere, filled with embarrassment among the witnesses.

John's Recognition of the Director

John's declaration of the Director as his father elicits laughter from the observers, indicating disbelief and awkwardness surrounding the revelation.

Director's Departure

In a moment of humiliation, the Director covers his ears and rushes out, unable to cope with the scandal sparked by his past and the unexpected family dynamic.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 10 from Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World'. This quiz covers key events, characters, and themes discussed in the chapter, including Bernard's confrontation and the relationships that unfold in the Hatchery. Prepare to dive deep into the complexities of the narrative.