Questions and Answers
What color do Alphas wear?
What possible jobs do Alphas have?
Government, leaders
Which caste is known for wearing mulberry red?
What jobs are associated with Betas?
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What color represents the Gamma caste?
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What kind of work do Gammas typically do?
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Which caste wears khaki and is trained to despise books?
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What jobs are associated with Deltas?
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What is the color of the Epsilon caste?
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What are the defining characteristics of Epsilons?
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Study Notes
Caste System in "Brave New World"
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Alpha:
- Wear grey uniforms
- Considered the smartest and strongest caste
- Primarily thinkers and leaders
- Occupy roles in government and leadership
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Beta:
- Wear mulberry red uniforms
- Skilled workers with moderate intelligence
- Typically engaged in hatchery or fertility-related jobs
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Gamma:
- Wear green uniforms
- Semi-skilled with average intelligence
- Commonly work in office or administrative positions
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Delta:
- Wear khaki uniforms
- Conditioned to despise intellectual pursuits like reading and nature
- Trained for manufacturing jobs, emphasizing conformity and mass production
- Lack individuality, often serve as drivers or assistants
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Epsilon:
- Wear black uniforms
- Functionally illiterate due to oxygen deprivation and chemical treatments
- Viewed with disdain by higher castes and considered "hideous"
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Explore the intricate caste system presented in Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World'. This quiz examines the roles, characteristics, and societal functions of each caste, from Alphas to Epsilons. Test your understanding of how these classifications impact the narrative and themes of the novel.