Fahrenheit 451 Part One "The Hearth And The Salamander'

Montag first meets Clarisse McClellan while walking home. He senses someone's presence and then notices her.

The correct answer is that the Hound doesn't like Montag and acts coldly toward him. This can be inferred from the statement that the Hound "doesn't like Montag" and "acts coldly toward Montag." This suggests that there is a negative relationship between the Hound and Montag, with the Hound displaying unfriendly behavior towards him.

At the beginning of the book, Montag feels enthusiastic and confident about his job. This is evident from his description of himself as a "smiling fireman" and his enjoyment of burning books. He takes pride in his role as a fireman and believes in the importance of his job in maintaining social order. Montag's enthusiasm and confidence in his job reflect his conformity to the oppressive society he lives in, where the burning of books is seen as necessary and justified.

The given answer is true because the storyline suggests that Clarisse McClellan died in a car accident. This can be inferred from the information provided that she was "run over by a car." Therefore, it is reasonable to conclude that Clarisse McClellan died as a result of being hit by a car.

The books are compared to birds because as the books are burning, they take "flight" to that of birds/pigeons that are nuisances. This comparison suggests that the books, like birds, are being released or set free during the burning process, similar to how birds fly away. It emphasizes the idea that the burning books are being dispersed and scattered, just like birds that can be seen as a disturbance or nuisance.

The correct answer is that Clarisse is different from Mildred because she has thoughts about the world for what it really is, unlike Mildred, who doesn't really care. This is supported by the statement that Clarisse has thoughts about the world, implying that she is curious and observant, whereas Mildred is described as not caring, suggesting that she is apathetic or indifferent. This fundamental difference in their attitudes towards the world sets them apart from each other.

Clarisse is considered "anti-social" by society because she thinks differently and does not engage in conversations about the "normal" topics that are expected in their society. This suggests that she challenges the norms and values of the society, which is seen as deviant behavior.

Montag did not think it was fitting for the woman to be at her house while they burned it and her books. In fact, he was deeply disturbed by the act and felt guilty about it. He questioned the society's values and the practice of burning books, which ultimately led him to rebel against the system.

The statement "You never wash it off completely" referring to the kerosene symbolically suggests that the guilt and remorse of burning something important like books cannot be easily erased or forgotten. Just like kerosene, the act of burning books leaves a lasting impact on the person's conscience, making it difficult to let go of the feelings associated with it. The statement implies that the consequences of destroying knowledge and suppressing free thought cannot be easily undone, highlighting the profound impact of censorship and the weight of one's actions.

Mildred needs help when Montag gets home because she overdosed on sleeping pills and was completely passed out.

According to Clarisse, if a jet car driver sees a green blur, he would think that it is grass.

The correct answer is that the Mechanical Hound is a computerized Pit Bull and serves as a chaser for anyone holding a book. This is the only statement that accurately describes the Mechanical Hound's purpose as a book chaser. The other statements provide incorrect information about the Mechanical Hound's purpose, such as being a family pet or a watchdog for the firehouse.

Bradbury introduces Clarisse before Montag's wife, Mildred, because he wants to show the differences in personalities between the two characters. By introducing Clarisse first, the reader gets a sense of the kind of person Montag wishes his wife was like. This contrast sets up a dynamic that will be explored throughout the story. Additionally, it suggests that Clarisse will play a more significant role in the story, as her introduction is given more emphasis.

Montag believes that someone tampered with the combination on the Hound's "memory" system, which caused it to dislike him. This suggests that the Hound's behavior towards Montag may have been intentionally altered by someone with access to its programming.

Mildred pretended that she had a party with friends the night before, when she was denying that she took too many pills.