External factors in Fahrenheit 451 that influence Guy Montag include the oppressive government that controls society's thoughts, feelings, and actions, the shallow and technology-driven culture that promotes conformity and superficiality, and the relationships he forms with people who introduce him to new ideas and independent thinking, such as Clarisse and Faber.
The external factors which influence Guy Montag are the very ones he and the society of which he is a part are forbidden to utilize--literature, art, really anything which can bring about diversity and culture within the confines of the country's overarching tyrannical Dictatorship. Early in the novel, he is introduced to a variety of books which he is instructed to burn. He hesitates, however, and later begins reading texts he has never before encountered, one of which is The Bible. As he reads, he self-actualizes, and the truth of society's superficiality and controlled ignorance forces him to take matters into his own hands--a decision which ultimately results in both his being ostracized and, as revealed in the end, his salvation.
Clarisse is one of montags personal influence. She is a very positive influence on him. Clarisse teaches montag to look around him, and see everything. He show montag that he is not in love with Mildred anymore. Another influence on Montag is Mildred. She is a negative influence on him. Mildred opens Montags eyes to the real world and shows him that most people are uncaring and self centered.
Mildred, clarisse, captain beatty, faber, woman at the fire who got burned
Faber & Clarisse & Beatty
Clarisse, Faber, and Mrs. Blake
As readers see it in "Fahrenheit 451," Montag's dilemma revolves around his inner conflict with the oppressive society that burns books and suppresses free thought. However, Montag's own perspective evolves from initially accepting the status quo to ultimately rebelling against it as he starts questioning the purpose and value of his existence and relationships in the world of censorship.
montag's boss that tells montag to burn his books
montag does. at the end of the novel montag finds peace within himself and in his mind
Guy Montag's Wife
The dynamic characters in Fahrenheit 451 include the protagonist, Guy Montag, who transforms from a devoted book burner to a rebel who questions society's values, and Captain Beatty, who transitions from a staunch enforcer of censorship to a tragic figure who is destroyed by the same system he upholds.
Faber gives Montag a two-way communication device, called the "green bullet," which allows them to stay in touch and exchange information. This device enables them to continue their discussions and coordinate their efforts in the fight against the oppressive society depicted in the novel.
read books
fever
Montag's wife.
Montag wears the number 451 on his helmet in Fahrenheit 451. The number signifies the temperature at which book paper burns.
Montag
Montag is diagnosed with a disease called "pyrocaine". This disease is a result of his exposure to the burning of books and the toxic fumes produced by the flames. It causes him physical and mental distress, leading him to question his conformity to the society's norms.