Fahrenheit 451 Quiz

How does Granger know who Montag is before he introduces himself?

• Montag's name was broadcast on the radio.
• Granger saw Montag's picture on a wanted poster.
• They have been following his escape on a portable television.
• Granger had met Montag before in the city.

What is one safety precaution taken by the members of the encampment to avoid arrest?

• They use disguises to blend into the population.
• They drink a chemical that changes their scent so the Hound cannot detect them.
• They have secret hiding places for their books.
• They communicate only in code.

How do the members of the encampment plan to pass on the information found in books?

• They write summaries on hidden scrolls.
• They have use their memories to retain information.
• They record everything on electronic devices.
• They hold secret meetings to discuss the books.

What reason does Granger give for deciding to burn books after he reads them?

• He does not want to be discovered and attacked for having them.
• They are heavy and difficult to transport.
• He is worried about other people stealing them.
• He is worried they will be damaged.

How does Granger establish Montag’s importance to the group’s mission?

• Montag is a skilled technician and can fix their equipment.
• Montag has contacts in the city that can help them.
• Montag is the only one in the group who has read the Book of Ecclesiastes.
• Montag is a natural leader who inspires others.

Who does Montag think about as he looks back at the city, and how does he feel about this person now?

• His parents; he feels regret for leaving them behind.
• His friends; he feels longing to see them again.
• His estranged wife, Mildred; he realizes he doesn’t miss her or feel sad about her possible death.
• His childhood teacher; he feels gratitude for their lessons.

Which selection best describes what Granger believes to be the major difference between Man and the Phoenix?

• The Phoenix burns quickly, but Man burns slowly.
• Man builds his own pyre, whereas the Phoenix’s is built by Man.
• The Phoenix is excited to burn, but Man burns reluctantly.
• Man remembers the mistakes he made, whereas the Phoenix does not.