The caste system grants stability, which is one of the mottos next to identity and community. The Alphas and Betas are the attractive and intelligent people of society who have leadership positions, whereas Epsilons are the stupid ones. Furthermore, the caste system is explained by Henry Foster, a fertilizer and predestinator. They are told the basics of cloning: Bokanovsky’s Process that only Gammas, Deltas and Epsilons undergo in order to be mass produced and Podsnap’s Technique, which reduces the time of development. They get to see machines that are used in order to produce embryos. Outline the fundamental aspects of the political ideology of the World State.Ĭhoose one character and work on his/her appearance, character and attitude.Īfter the building is presented, the director of the Hatchery and Conditioning Centre guides a group of students through the facilities. Explain the role of the World Controller in this Chapter. Why has it been decided that everyone should die at the age of 60? Explain the philosophy behind the Hospital for the Dying. Describe the relationship between love and violence as depicted here. Make a list of things John is introduced to or shown and state how he reacts to them. What are John’s feelings towards Lenina, and why does he use Shakespeare quotations to express his feelings? Imagine that Lenina is asked to write a report for the Beta newspaper about the religious ceremony in the pueblo, giving also critical judgement of the event. Why is Bernard unhappy at the orgy-porgy, although he participates in its rituals? Explain what they are and discuss her solution to the problem. Lenina has some doubts about the system. Explain what makes Bernard and Helmholtz unhappy and describe their friendship. Contrast Bernard’s and Lenina’s understanding of personal relationships. Summary: Outline the main events of each chapter (ca.

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