Fahrenheit 451 - Reading Check 1

What is the significance of the number 451 in the book's title?

• The number of pages in the book

• The temperature at which book-paper catches fire

• The year the story is set

• The number of characters in the book

Answer explanation

The number 451 in the title refers to the temperature at which book-paper ignites, symbolizing the book's theme of censorship and the destruction of knowledge.

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What did Montag do with his helmet before leaving the firehouse?

• He painted it.

• He shined it.

• He threw it away.

• He gave it to someone.

Answer explanation

Montag shined his helmet before leaving the firehouse, indicating his attention to detail and the importance of his role as a fireman. This action reflects his commitment to his job.

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Who is the new neighbor Montag meets?

• Mildred

• Clarisse McClellan

• Faber

• Beatty

Answer explanation

Montag meets Clarisse McClellan, a curious and free-spirited young woman who challenges his views on life. She plays a crucial role in awakening his thoughts and questioning the society they live in.

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What does Montag say kerosene smells like to him?

• Flowers

• Perfume

• Smoke

• Gasoline

Answer explanation

Montag describes the smell of kerosene as similar to perfume, indicating a complex relationship with fire and its beauty, contrasting with its destructive potential.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What does Clarisse say about knowing Montag's profession?

• She guessed it

• She knew it with her eyes shut

• She was told by someone

• She read it in a book

Answer explanation

Clarisse confidently states that she knew Montag's profession 'with her eyes shut,' indicating her deep understanding of him, rather than guessing or being told by someone else.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What does Montag notice about the night as he walks with Clarisse?

• It is raining

• It is unusually warm

• There is a faint smell of apricots and strawberries

• The stars are very bright

Answer explanation

As Montag walks with Clarisse, he notices a faint smell of apricots and strawberries, highlighting the sensory experiences he begins to appreciate in contrast to his usual environment.

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What does the girl say about the sun?

• She likes to watch it rise

• She likes to watch it set

• She never sees it

• She is afraid of it

Answer explanation

The girl expresses her enjoyment of watching the sun rise, indicating a positive connection with the morning light. This makes 'She likes to watch it rise' the correct choice, as it directly reflects her feelings about the sun.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What does Montag find unusual about Clarisse's family?

• They watch a lot of TV

• They talk to each other

• They never leave the house

• They have no books

Answer explanation

Montag finds it unusual that Clarisse's family talks to each other, as in his society, people are often isolated and communicate primarily through screens, making genuine conversation rare.

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What does Montag do when he first meets Clarisse?

• He ignores her

• He walks with her

• He reports her

• He argues with her

Answer explanation

When Montag first meets Clarisse, he engages with her by walking alongside her, which indicates his curiosity and openness to her unconventional thoughts.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What does Clarisse ask Montag that makes him uneasy?

• Do you like your job?

• Are you happy?

• Do you have a family?

• Do you read books?

Answer explanation

Clarisse asks Montag if he is happy, which makes him uneasy because it forces him to confront his own dissatisfaction with life in a society that discourages self-reflection and genuine emotions.

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