Fahrenheit 451: Pgs 101-125
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Why did everyone laughed, while playing cards, when Beatty said, "Let's have your hands in sight, Montag. Not that we don't trust you, understand, but--"
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They knew that Montag cheated every time he played cards
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They were a bunch of silly firemen
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The firemen knew that Montag wasn't trustworthy because he had betrayed them
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This quiz focuses on specific interactions and events from pages 101-125 of 'Fahrenheit 451'. It assesses understanding of character actions, thematic quotes, and plot developments, enhancing comprehension and analytical skills in literature.
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Why did Beatty quote Dr. Johnson when he said, "He is not wise man who will quit certainty for uncertainty."
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Beatty was telling Montag to desist from having any books
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He really liked Dr. Johnson
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Beatty had had too much to drink
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A. Beatty was telling Montag to desist from having any booksExplanation
Beatty quoted Dr. Johnson to emphasize the idea that it is foolish to give up certainty for uncertainty. By quoting this, Beatty is implying that having books and engaging in intellectual pursuits is uncertain and can lead to confusion and doubt. He is urging Montag to abandon his desire for knowledge and conform to the unquestioning certainty of their dystopian society.Rate this question:
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Why did MIldred say, "poor family, poor family, oh everything gone, everything gone now..."
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Her family was killed in a freak accident
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The government had confiscated her family's belongings
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The firemen were about to set her home and TVs on fire
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A. The firemen were about to set her home and TVs on fireExplanation
Mildred said, "poor family, poor family, oh everything gone, everything gone now..." because the firemen were about to set her home and TVs on fire. This suggests that she is feeling devastated and helpless as she witnesses her belongings being destroyed by the firemen.Rate this question:
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Why was Beatty described as a shrieking blaze, a jumping, sprawling gibbering, manikin?
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Beatty had lost his mind
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Beatty was happy to see Montag again
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He was furious over Montag's betrayal
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Montag had shot a continuous pulse of liquid fire on him
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A. Montag had shot a continuous pulse of liquid fire on himExplanation
Beatty was described as a shrieking blaze, a jumping, sprawling gibbering manikin because Montag had shot a continuous pulse of liquid fire on him. This suggests that Beatty was engulfed in flames and was screaming and thrashing around in pain and madness. The use of the words "shrieking," "jumping," "sprawling," and "gibbering" emphasize the chaotic and frenzied state that Beatty was in after being set on fire. This action by Montag represents a turning point in their relationship and symbolizes Montag's rebellion against the oppressive society they live in.Rate this question:
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Where did Montag stash 4 of his books that hadn't been burned by the firemen?
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He hid them in the Firehouse
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Near the garden fence
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In his truck
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In front of Clarisse's place
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A. Near the garden fenceExplanation
Montag stashed 4 of his books near the garden fence.Rate this question:
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