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At what time of day does Montag first meet Clarisse in Fahrenheit 451?

In Fahrenheit 451, Montag and Clarisse first meet late at night. In fact, it is around midnight ("midnight street") when Montag is coming home from his job at the fire station. For the past few nights, Montag has an uneasy feeling whenever he reaches this particular corner, as though somebody was there and waiting for him. This is significant because it foreshadows Montag's first meeting with Clarisse, and he does indeed meet her on this corner.


Montag thinks it is unusual for such a young girl to be out so late and asks her what she is doing. Clarisse responds that this time of night is perfect for walking because she likes to "smell things" and "look at things." This peculiarity is part of Clarisse's appeal, and the two meet and walk again over many nights. 

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