Bradbury & Fahrenheit 451

Open Ended

Why do you think Ray Bradbury chose to focus on the theme of book burning in 'Fahrenheit 451'? What significance might this have in society?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes dystopian literature?

• Literature that describes an imaginary ideal world.

• Literature that describes an imaginary world that is highly unpleasant.

• Literature that describes real historical events.

• Literature that describes only futuristic technology.

Open Ended

How did the events of WWII and the Cold War influence the plot and themes of Fahrenheit 451?

Multiple Select

Which of the following factors contributed to the rise of consumerism in America during the 1950s? (More than one answer)

• The end of WWII

• The popularity of television

• The 1956 Interstate Highway Act

• All of the above

Open Ended

Why might books be banned in a society, and what role does censorship play in this process?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the difference between 'censorship' and 'banning' a book?

• Censorship removes a book entirely, while banning only restricts access.

• Censorship changes or restricts access to material, while banning completely removes a book from an institution.

• Censorship is always done by individuals, while banning is done by groups.

• Censorship is temporary, while banning is permanent.

Open Ended

How have different governments historically used book burning and banning as a tool of control?

Open Ended

After learning about Ray Bradbury and his works, what questions do you still have about his writing or the themes he explores?

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of the temperature 451 degrees Fahrenheit in Ray Bradbury's novel?

• It is the temperature at which water boils

• It is the temperature at which book paper catches fire and burns

• It is the average temperature of the sun

• It is the temperature at which metal melts