Brave New World Chapter 12 Flashcards
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What do the people do to Benard when John doesn't come out?

They make fun of his physique.

How does Lenina feel when John doesn't come out of the room?

As if she was hit with a violent passion surrogate.

Who takes Lenina out for sex?

The arch community songster.

What is the paper Mustapha Mond is reading?

<p>The New Theory of Mustapha Mond.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the paper dangerous?

<p>It discusses purpose and may have people question their happiness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Benard want revenge against?

<p>John and Helmholtz.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Hemholtz in trouble?

<p>He wants something more real than sex.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Benard keep yelling while reading Shakespeare?

<p>Orgy- Porgy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Hemholtz laugh at Romeo and Juliet?

<p>He thinks it's absurd that someone is forced into marriage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hemholtz believe Shakespeare could write?

<p>X Ray phrases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can Hemholtz write about?

<p>Nothing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Character Reactions

  • Bernard faces ridicule regarding his physique when John fails to emerge from the room.
  • Lenina experiences an overwhelming sensation likened to a violent passion surrogate upon John's absence.

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Lenina is taken out for sexual experience by the arch community songster.
  • Bernard seeks revenge against John and Helmholtz for their perceived wrongs, highlighting his resentment.

Literature and Philosophy

  • Mustapha Mond reads "The New Theory of Mustapha Mond," a paper that could destabilize societal views.
  • The dangerous content of the paper could lead people to contemplate purpose, threatening societal happiness.

Emotional Conflict

  • Helmholtz is in trouble for desiring deeper connections beyond superficial encounters; he perceives his sexual experiences as dirty.
  • Helmholtz finds the concept of forced marriage in Romeo and Juliet laughable, emphasizing his disdain for societal constraints.

Literary Potential

  • Helmholtz believes Shakespeare could innovate new expressions, referred to as "X Ray phrases," questioning traditional literary boundaries.
  • Despite Helmholtz’s aspirations, he struggles with what he can truly write about, feeling a creative void.

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Test your knowledge of key concepts from Chapter 12 of 'Brave New World' with these flashcards. Explore the character dynamics and pivotal moments that define this dystopian society. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the text.

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