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What does the term 'Eels' refer to in the context of the resistance?
What does the term 'Eels' refer to in the context of the resistance?
Yuxie is a character symbolizing the resistance against the government's censorship.
Yuxie is a character symbolizing the resistance against the government's censorship.
False
What literary work does Montag memorize in the 1966 film adaptation?
What literary work does Montag memorize in the 1966 film adaptation?
The Book of Ecclesiastes
The ___________ is responsible for erasing history and controlling information in the society.
The ___________ is responsible for erasing history and controlling information in the society.
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Match the elements with their descriptions:
Match the elements with their descriptions:
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In the 2018 film adaptation, what philosophical text does Montag choose to preserve?
In the 2018 film adaptation, what philosophical text does Montag choose to preserve?
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The adaptation of Fahrenheit 451 emphasizes the importance of technology in preserving individuality.
The adaptation of Fahrenheit 451 emphasizes the importance of technology in preserving individuality.
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What does the name 'Rahm' symbolize in the resistance's context?
What does the name 'Rahm' symbolize in the resistance's context?
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What main theme does the film 'Adam's Rib' address regarding gender roles?
What main theme does the film 'Adam's Rib' address regarding gender roles?
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Amanda and Adam Bonner work together in the same law firm.
Amanda and Adam Bonner work together in the same law firm.
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What does Amanda argue in her defense of Doris Attinger?
What does Amanda argue in her defense of Doris Attinger?
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The film 'Adam's Rib' is set against the backdrop of a high-profile __________ case.
The film 'Adam's Rib' is set against the backdrop of a high-profile __________ case.
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Match the characters with their roles in the film:
Match the characters with their roles in the film:
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Which aspect of the film highlights the couple's personal relationship during the courtroom drama?
Which aspect of the film highlights the couple's personal relationship during the courtroom drama?
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The film uses humor and drama to balance its critique on societal norms.
The film uses humor and drama to balance its critique on societal norms.
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What new elements does the 2018 adaptation of 'Fahrenheit 451' explore?
What new elements does the 2018 adaptation of 'Fahrenheit 451' explore?
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In what way does the character of Clarisse differ between the book and the 2018 movie adaptation of Fahrenheit 451?
In what way does the character of Clarisse differ between the book and the 2018 movie adaptation of Fahrenheit 451?
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In Fahrenheit 451, the 'Book People' in the book memorize texts to preserve knowledge, while the movie depicts them as digital coders.
In Fahrenheit 451, the 'Book People' in the book memorize texts to preserve knowledge, while the movie depicts them as digital coders.
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What does Guy Montag begin to question in Fahrenheit 451?
What does Guy Montag begin to question in Fahrenheit 451?
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The 2018 movie adaptation of Fahrenheit 451 emphasizes __________ against oppression.
The 2018 movie adaptation of Fahrenheit 451 emphasizes __________ against oppression.
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Match the following characters from Fahrenheit 451 with their roles:
Match the following characters from Fahrenheit 451 with their roles:
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Which technological advancements are emphasized in the 2018 movie adaptation compared to the book's simplistic technology?
Which technological advancements are emphasized in the 2018 movie adaptation compared to the book's simplistic technology?
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The ending of the book Fahrenheit 451 aligns with the movie's ending, both depicting an open-ended rebel narrative.
The ending of the book Fahrenheit 451 aligns with the movie's ending, both depicting an open-ended rebel narrative.
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The primary theme explored in both Fahrenheit 451 and its adaptations is __________ and freedom.
The primary theme explored in both Fahrenheit 451 and its adaptations is __________ and freedom.
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Study Notes
Fahrenheit 451 - Book vs. 2018 Movie Comparison
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Setting and Technology: The book depicts a dystopian world with simplistic interactive TV walls, whereas the movie uses more advanced technologies like facial recognition, drones, and AI, emphasizing surveillance.
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Characters: In the movie, Clarisse actively opposes the system, while in the book she inspires Montag's transformation indirectly.
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Tone and Focus: The movie emphasizes action and resistance, making it a rebellion narrative. The book focuses on Montag's internal journey and philosophical questions about censorship and freedom.
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The Book People: The book portrays "Book People" as individuals memorizing texts to preserve knowledge. The movie portrays books digitized and encoded in DNA for preservation.
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Ending: The movie presents an open-ended rebellion with hope. The book ends with Montag joining intellectuals after the city is destroyed, symbolising renewal and the cyclical nature of civilization.
Adam's Rib (1949)
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Plot Summary: A couple of prominent lawyers, Adam and Amanda Bonner, find themselves on opposite sides of a high-profile court case involving Doris Attinger and her husband. Amanda defends Doris, arguing that her actions stem from societal issues and double standards. The courtroom drama mirrors the couple's personal relationship, showcasing comedic and dramatic clashes while challenging societal norms. Ultimately, Amanda wins, proving Doris acted out of passion—and not guilt. The couple reconcile recognizing their mutual respect and love.
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Themes:
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Gender Equality: Critiques societal double standards and women's struggles in relationships and work.
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Marriage and Partnership: Explores the dynamics of a marriage with strong-willed and ambitious partners.
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Comedy and Drama: Balances deep themes with lighthearted moments.
Fahrenheit 451 - Key Terms and Ideas (1966 and 2018)
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The Nine: Nine books preserved by the government because they are viewed as essential to human history (like the Bible and To the Lighthouse). These books are censored and stripped of their deeper meaning.
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Omnis: A dark-web-like network used by the resistance to share censored knowledge.
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Eels: Members of the resistance who rebel against the government's censorship.
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Yuxie: Slang for the omnipresent surveillance used by the government to monitor citizens.
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DNA Encoding: A new concept where the resistance encodes book texts into the DNA of living organisms (like birds) for future generations.
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The Ministry: The authoritarian body overseeing censorship and control, responsible for erasing history and rewriting facts.
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Rahm: Captain Beatty's assistant, representing unquestioning loyalty and robotic nature of the regime.
Fahrenheit 451 Film Adaptations
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1966 Film: Montag memorizes Ecclesiastes, a biblical text representing wisdom, reflection, and renewal.
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2018 Film: Montag chooses Dostoevsky's Notes from Underground which reflects a darker, more modern tone and explores themes like individualism, free will rejection of societal norms, and rebellion against the regime.
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Explore the key differences between Ray Bradbury's classic novel and its 2018 film adaptation. This quiz delves into the settings, character developments, thematic focuses, and endings, highlighting the contrasts in technology and storytelling. Test your knowledge on how each version tackles themes of censorship and resistance.
