F451: Burning Bright 1

Front

Who called in the alarm to Montag's house?

Back

Mildred

Front

What does Montag do to Beatty after burning his house?

Back

Burns him with his flamethrower

Front

Who is driving the car that almost hits Montag?

Back

A car full of children

Front

Where does Montag hide his last remaining books? Options: In a bush behind a gas station, In a bus station locker, At Faber's apartment, In the house of a fellow fireman

Back

In the house of a fellow fireman

Front

Where do Montag and Faber agree to meet at some point in the future? Options: St Louis, Back at Faber's apartment, Chicago, At Montag's father's house in the country

Back

St Louis

Front

What do the police ask everyone to do at the count of ten?

Back

Look out their houses for Montag

Front

How does Montag escape from the Mechanical Hound?

Back

He jumps into a river so it can't track his scent

Front

Why does Beatty insist on burning Montag's house instead of just arresting him?

Back

He wants to make an example of Montag’s disobedience.

Answer explanation

Beatty’s decision to burn Montag’s house is meant to serve as a public demonstration of the consequences of rebellion, aiming to discourage others from similar actions.

Front

What realization does Montag have about Beatty after their confrontation?

Back

Beatty could have been internally conflicted about the firemen’s mission.

Answer explanation

Montag realizes that Beatty may have had inner conflicts regarding his role, suggesting that Beatty's harsh stance could be rooted in suppressed doubts or resentment towards the system he enforces.

Front

Why does Bradbury have the populace hunt down Montag together by simultaneously stepping out of their houses?

Back

To emphasize their conformity and obedience to authority.