Fahrenheit 451 Pg 41 - 61 Quiz
A quiz for enjoyment and challenge.
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Do you think that today's government would ever go to such extremes as to burn books just for the sake of appealing certain groups of people?
- 2.
"He could feel the poison working up his wrists and into his elbows and his shoulders, and then the jumpover from shoulder blade to shoulder blade like a spark leaping a gap." What do you think this "poison" is?
- A.
The alcohol from the beer he's been drinking.
- B.
The need to read.
- C.
He took to many painkiller pills
- D.
HIS POWER LEVEL WAS OVER 9000!!!!!!!! (so he was thinking on a new plane of existence)
Correct Answer
B. The need to read.Explanation
The given correct answer suggests that the "poison" referred to in the sentence is the need to read. This implies that the character feels a strong and irresistible urge or craving to read. The description of the poison working up his wrists, into his elbows, and shoulders, and then jumping from shoulder blade to shoulder blade, metaphorically portrays the intensity and spread of this craving, emphasizing its powerful hold on the character.Rate this question:
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- 3.
"He fell into bed and his wife cried out, startled. He lay far across the room from her, on a winter island separated by an empty sea." What do you think this quote represents?
- A.
He and his wife were getting separated because of Clarisse's influence.
- B.
The winter islands are represented by their cold beds.
- C.
The sea represents how they are growing separate.
- D.
Ray Bradbury likes winter wonderlands. :D
Correct Answer(s)
A. He and his wife were getting separated because of Clarisse's influence.
B. The winter islands are represented by their cold beds.
C. The sea represents how they are growing separate.Explanation
The quote represents the growing distance and separation between the narrator and his wife. The phrase "He fell into bed and his wife cried out, startled" suggests a lack of intimacy and connection between them. The mention of the narrator lying far across the room from his wife emphasizes the physical and emotional distance that has developed in their relationship. The winter island and empty sea symbolize the isolation and loneliness they are experiencing as they drift apart. Clarisse's influence is not mentioned in the quote, so it cannot be inferred as a reason for their separation.Rate this question:
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- 4.
"Millie? ... " he whispered. "What?" "I didn't mean to startle you. What I want to know is..." "Well?" "When did we meet? And where?" Why do you think Montag has a sudden urge to know where/how they met?
- A.
The government has brainwashed him.
- B.
Clarisse planted a seed of doubt in his mind.
- C.
He doesn't remember because he's drunk.
- D.
He started watching Curious George! :D
Correct Answer
B. Clarisse planted a seed of doubt in his mind.Explanation
Montag's sudden urge to know where and how they met suggests that Clarisse's presence and influence has caused him to question his own memories and experiences. By asking about their meeting, Montag is seeking validation and confirmation of his own identity and reality. Clarisse's unconventional and thought-provoking nature has sparked a curiosity and skepticism within Montag, leading him to question the authenticity of his memories and the society he lives in.Rate this question:
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"How do you get so empty? he wondered. Who takes it out of you? " When do you think Montag starts noticing things like this?
- A.
He's bored of all the TV programs.
- B.
The walls are influencing him.
- C.
He think she's really empty in comparison to Clarisse and himself.
- D.
He thinks she's an Inferi (yes divyya, HP reference!)
Correct Answer
C. He think she's really empty in comparison to Clarisse and himself.Explanation
Montag starts noticing things like this when he compares the emptiness of Mildred, his wife, to the depth and substance of Clarisse and himself. He questions why Mildred lacks any meaningful thoughts or emotions, and wonders who or what has drained her of her vitality. This realization highlights the stark contrast between the shallow, superficial society that Montag lives in and the more meaningful connections he has formed with Clarisse and his own thoughts.Rate this question:
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- 6.
"At least keep it down to the minnimum!" he yelled. "what?" she cried. "Keep it down to fifty-five, the minimum!" he shouted. "The what?" she shrieked. "Speed!" he shouted. And she pushed it up to one hundred and five miles an hour and tore the breath from his mouth. Why do you think that Montag and Mildred don't get along?
- A.
He thinks that she's too shallow and doesn't think things through.
- B.
He feels like being a bully.
- C.
She feels like being a bully.
- D.
They're both bullies.
- E.
Clarisse is trying to make them break up.
Correct Answer
A. He thinks that she's too shallow and doesn't think things through.Explanation
Montag and Mildred don't get along because he believes that she is shallow and lacks the ability to think critically about things. This is evident in the dialogue where Montag asks her to keep the speed down to the minimum, and she responds with confusion, not understanding what he means by "the minimum." Her lack of understanding and disregard for his request, pushing the speed up to one hundred and five miles an hour, shows that she doesn't think things through and is not considerate of his concerns.Rate this question:
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"Mildred, do you know that girl I was telling you about?" "What girl?" She was almost asleep. "The girl next door.." "The girl next door?" "Oh, yes," said his wife. ... "I think she's gone," "Gone?" "Whole family moved out somewhere. But she's gone for good. I thinkk she's dead." Why do you think that Montag is asking Mildred about Clarisse?
- A.
He's frustrated that Clarisse is dead.
- B.
He thinks that maybe Mildred may be able to comfort him.
- C.
He wants to prepare her for one of his famous punchlines.
- D.
He doesn't like broccoli.
Correct Answer(s)
A. He's frustrated that Clarisse is dead.
B. He thinks that maybe Mildred may be able to comfort him.Explanation
Montag is asking Mildred about Clarisse because he is frustrated and saddened by her death. He hopes that Mildred, as his wife, might be able to provide him with some comfort or solace in dealing with the loss of someone he had a connection with.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Why do you think Beatty suspects that Montag is in ownership of a book?
- A.
Because Montag tried so hard to save the old woman.
- B.
Because Montag said "Once upon a time..."
- C.
Because its written all over his face (literally).
- D.
Because Montag confided in Beatty the truth.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Because Montag tried so hard to save the old woman.
B. Because Montag said "Once upon a time..."Explanation
Beatty suspects that Montag is in ownership of a book because Montag tried so hard to save the old woman. This action goes against the society's norms, where books are considered illegal and are supposed to be burned. Montag's determination to save the old woman suggests that he has a personal attachment to books and is willing to break the law to protect them. Additionally, Montag's recitation of the phrase "Once upon a time..." is a clear reference to the opening of many traditional fairy tales, which are often found in books. This further supports Beatty's suspicion that Montag possesses a book.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Do you think that Montag would have gone to work if he was sick, before he met Clarisse?
- A.
Yes.
- B.
No.
- C.
Depends on how sick he is.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Yes.
C. Depends on how sick he is.Explanation
The answer "Yes" suggests that Montag would have gone to work if he was sick before he met Clarisse. This could be because Montag is portrayed as a dedicated and committed firefighter who follows orders without question. However, the answer "Depends on how sick he is" also holds validity as it implies that Montag's decision to go to work might be influenced by the severity of his illness. This could indicate that Montag values his work ethic but also recognizes the importance of taking care of his health.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Why are books being burned?
- A.
Because almost every book had a contradiction to one of the many societies out there, such as the Unitarians, the second generation Chinese, etc.
- B.
Because the government were afraid that its enemies would spread propaganda using books.
- C.
Because the government wanted to rewrite history in its own way, and any existing books might contradict them.
- D.
Because the government thought that books were a weakness to national security.
Correct Answer
A. Because almost every book had a contradiction to one of the many societies out there, such as the Unitarians, the second generation Chinese, etc.Explanation
Books are being burned because they contain contradictions to various societies, such as the Unitarians and second generation Chinese. This implies that the government or some authority is trying to suppress information that goes against their ideologies or beliefs. By burning books, they aim to eliminate any conflicting ideas or perspectives that may challenge their control or influence over society.Rate this question:
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