The Pedestrian by Ray Bradbury

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What activity does Mr. Leonard Mead enjoy?

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Mr. Leonard Mead enjoys walking through the city at night.

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In what year is the story set?

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The story is set in the year A.D. 2053.

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How does Mr. Mead feel about his walks?

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He loves the silence and solitude of the city during his walks.

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What does Mr. Mead notice about the houses he passes?

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The houses have dark windows, resembling a graveyard, with faint glimmers of light inside.

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Why does Mr. Mead wear sneakers during his walks?

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He wears sneakers to avoid making noise and attracting attention from dogs and people.

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What does Mr. Mead imagine when he closes his eyes during his walk?

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He imagines himself in a vast, empty desert, far from any houses.

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How many police cars are left in the city?

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There is only one police car left in the city.

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What is Mr. Mead's profession?

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Mr. Mead is a writer, although he hasn't written in years.

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Why does the police car stop Mr. Mead?

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The police car stops him because walking at night is unusual and suspicious.

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Where does the police car take Mr. Mead?

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The police car takes him to the Psychiatric Center for Research on Regressive Tendencies.