Brave New World, Chapters 3-4, Grades 9-10

In Chapters 3 and 4 of 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley, we delve deeper into the societal norms and the characters' lives within the World State. These chapters introduce us to the daily lives of the citizens, their leisure activities, and further explore the societal conditioning that shapes their existence. Pay close attention to the interactions between characters and the juxtaposition of their experiences with the societal norms.

How does the Solidarity Service contrast with real-world religious or community gatherings? Consider its purpose and the reactions of the participants.

Identify and describe a character introduced in these chapters who seems to question or feel uncomfortable with the norms of the World State. What specific moments or thoughts indicate this?

Explain the role of soma in the society. How do characters use it, and what does it symbolize about the World State's approach to happiness and discomfort?

Discuss the concept of 'everyone belongs to everyone else' as it is presented in these chapters. How does this idea affect personal relationships and individual identity?

Analyze Lenina's interactions with Bernard Marx and contrast them with her interactions with Henry Foster. What do these relationships reveal about societal expectations and personal desires?