Fahrenheit 451 Reading Quiz 3 (p. 29-45)

1. Who was the first fireman according the the Firemen in Fahrenheit 451?

• George Washington

• Albert Einstein

• Abraham Lincoln

• Ben Franklin

Answer explanation

In Fahrenheit 451, the character references Benjamin Franklin as the first fireman, highlighting his role in fire prevention and safety. This choice emphasizes Franklin's historical contributions to firefighting.

2. Why was the woman in the house burned alive with her books?

• They had no room in jail for her. They burned her instead.

• They could not risk her escaping from the jail.

• She refused to leave; she lit the match herself.

• She fell down trying to escape the house.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is that she refused to leave and lit the match herself. This indicates her determination to stay with her books, leading to her tragic fate.

3. How does Mildred react to Clarisse's death?

• She does not hear of it.

• She immediately begins to cry.

• She runs to Montag and tells him. She knew they had become close friends.

• She didn't seem to care; She "forgot" to tell Montag.

Answer explanation

Mildred's reaction to Clarisse's death is apathetic; she 'forgot' to inform Montag, indicating her emotional detachment and lack of concern for their friendship, which highlights the theme of disconnection in their society.

4. How many wall-to-wall TVs do the Montags have?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Answer explanation

The Montags have 3 wall-to-wall TVs in their home, which reflects their obsession with technology and entertainment, highlighting a key theme in the story.

5. What do the firemen look like?

• Black hair, black brows, fiery face, blue-steel shaved, unshaved look

• Blonde hair, brown eyes, fiery face, clean shaved look

• They all look very different

• Different colored hair, dark clothing, some had beards

Answer explanation

The correct choice describes the firemen as having black hair, black brows, a fiery face, and a blue-steel shaved, unshaved look, which aligns with the vivid imagery often associated with their tough profession.