Montag's Use Of Suspense In Fahrenheit 451

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When you last went on a roadtrip or a vacation, did you feel better when you returned than when you left? At any point did you feel out of place, or stressed out? I know whenever I get home, I collapse into my bed for hours. Trips can be both relaxing and emotionally exhausting, and they can change how you perceive your surroundings. In Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451, Montag’s run from the authorities added an important element to the story by building suspense, adding conflict, and providing symbolism. Suspense is a huge part in a lot stories, and Fahrenheit 451 is no exception. There is a feeling of suspense throughout the book beginning with Montag’s walk home, and it only intensifies later on. Part Three is full of tension as Montag’s