Sophomore Final Review: F451 Bk 1

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What do firemen do in Fahrenheit 451?

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Firemen burn books with kerosene.

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Who was the first fireman according to the Firemen of America rulebook?

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Benjamin Franklin.

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What type of figurative language is used in the phrase: 'Montag’s hand closed like a mouth, full of invisible words'?

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Simile.

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What genre does Fahrenheit 451 belong to?

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Science Fiction, Dystopian Fiction, and Speculative Fiction.

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What inspired Ray Bradbury to write Fahrenheit 451?

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Hearing about Hitler burning books.

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What is the significance of fire in Fahrenheit 451?

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Fire symbolizes destruction and censorship, as well as the potential for rebirth and change.

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What is the role of censorship in Fahrenheit 451?

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Censorship is a central theme, representing the suppression of ideas and the control of information.

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Who is the protagonist of Fahrenheit 451?

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Guy Montag.

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What does Montag's job as a fireman represent in the society of Fahrenheit 451?

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It represents conformity and the enforcement of societal norms against intellectual freedom.

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What is the impact of technology on society in Fahrenheit 451?

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Technology leads to isolation, superficial entertainment, and a lack of critical thinking.