Problem: After reading "The Hearth and The Salamander," think about our essential question, "What people and events most change me?" as it applies to Montag. Think about the following people who Montag has encountered thus far:
- Clarisse
- Mildred
- Captain Beatty
- The old woman
Have they made an impact on him? If so, how? Which of these characters do you believe will have the biggest impact on the transformation of Montag? Why?