Fahrenheit 451 Part 2 Review

Questions and Answers

What did Mildred and Montag do after Captain Beatty left?

They read the books

What comes to Mildred and Montag's door shortly after Beatty leaves?

The mechanical hound

Why does Mildred get upset with Montag when he keeps talking about Clarisse and what made her unique?

Because Mildred refuses to talk about someone who is dead

Why does Mildred wish she could watch her parlor family instead of read?

The TV shows are filled with color and it makes her laugh Signup and view all the answers

What is Mildred scared about with Beatty?

She is scared that he will find out about all the books and he will burn the house and her 'family' Signup and view all the answers

What does Montag feel books can do?

He thinks they will be able to stop people from making the same mistakes Signup and view all the answers

Why does Montag want a teacher?

Because he doesn't understand what he is reading Signup and view all the answers

Who did Montag meet in a park around a year ago?

Faber Signup and view all the answers

What did Faber do?

He was an English professor Signup and view all the answers

What college did Faber work for?

The Liberal Arts College Signup and view all the answers

Why was the college shut down?

For lack of students and patronage Signup and view all the answers

When did the college shut down?

40 years ago Signup and view all the answers

What did Faber try to hide while he tried to run away from Montag when they met?

A book of poems Signup and view all the answers

What did Faber give Montag after he met?

His phone number and address Signup and view all the answers

Why did Faber give his phone number and address to Montag?

For Montag's 'Future Investigations' folder Signup and view all the answers

When Montag called Faber for the first time what did he ask him?

How many copies of the Bible, Shakespeare, or Plato are left in the country Signup and view all the answers

What does Faber think Montag is trying to do when he calls him and how does he react?

He thinks Montag is trying to trap/frame him and he hangs up the phone Signup and view all the answers

What book did Montag take from the old lady who was burned alive?

The Bible Signup and view all the answers

What does Montag realize about the book he took from the old lady who was burned to death?

That this might be the last copy of the Bible in their country Signup and view all the answers

Montag considers turning in the Bible to Beatty.

False Signup and view all the answers

What books does Montag think about turning in to Beatty?

Mr. Jefferson and Mr. Thoreau Signup and view all the answers

What is Montag scared of Beatty finding out about the book he turns into him?

That he knows what book he took Signup and view all the answers

What does Montag decide to do with the Bible?

He decides to make a copy of it before that night Signup and view all the answers

What does Mildred tell Montag why her friends are coming over?

To watch the 'White Clown' Signup and view all the answers

Which friends of Mildred come over?

Mrs. Phelps and Mrs. Bowles Signup and view all the answers

How does Montag get to Faber's?

The subway Signup and view all the answers

What childhood memory does the sieve and the sand relate to Montag?

When he was a kid his mean cousin said if he filled the sieve with sand he would get a dime Signup and view all the answers

What does Montag try to do while he is going to Faber's?

He tries to memorize the Bible Signup and view all the answers

What distracts Montag while he is going to Faber's?

A jingle for 'Denham's Dentrifice' toothpaste Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the jingle distracts Montag?

He gets so mad that he waves the Bible out to the other passengers on the subway Signup and view all the answers

What does Montag show Faber that makes Faber's fear of Montag slowly fade?

He sees that he has a book with him Signup and view all the answers

Faber is a religious man.

False Signup and view all the answers

Why has Montag come to Faber?

He wants him to teach him to understand books Signup and view all the answers

What does Faber tell Montag that he doesn't understand the real reason for something?

Faber tells Montag that he doesn't understand the real reason for his unhappiness and is only guessing that it has something to do with books since they are the only things he knows for sure are gone. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Events After Captain Beatty's Departure

Mildred and Montag read books following Beatty's visit, indicating a shift in their character exploration.
The mechanical hound, representing oppressive surveillance, appears at their door soon after Beatty leaves.

Mildred's Emotional Conflict

Mildred becomes distressed when Montag discusses Clarisse, indicating her denial about death and emotional disconnection.
She expresses a preference for the vibrant and humorous content of television over reading, revealing her deep immersion in escapism.

Montag's Awakening and Faber's Role

Montag believes books can prevent societal mistakes, showcasing his evolving perspective.
He seeks a teacher to understand literature better, highlighting his journey toward enlightenment.
Faber, a former English professor, becomes Montag's mentor, symbolizing the preservation of knowledge.

Faber's Background

Faber worked at the Liberal Arts College, which was closed 40 years ago due to waning student interest.
During their first meeting, Faber tries to conceal a book of poems, emphasizing the danger associated with possessing literature.

Montag's Exploration of Books

Montag acquires a Bible from a woman who chose to die with it, realizing it may be one of the last copies in his society.
He contemplates turning in other authors’ works to Beatty but fears that Beatty may discern his actions regarding the Bible.

Mildred invites her friends, Mrs. Phelps and Mrs. Bowles, over to watch television, contrasting Montag's growing interest in books and deeper conversations.
Montag experiences disruption while en route to Faber, particularly from the "Denham's Dentrifice" jingle, symbolizing societal distractions from meaningful thought.

Faber and Montag's Dynamic

Faber initially suspects Montag's intentions are malicious when he calls, showing his fear of exposure.
The moment Faber sees Montag with a book, his apprehension diminishes, indicating a bond formed over shared intellectual pursuits.

Montag's Journey of Self-Discovery

Montag relates his struggles memorizing the Bible to a childhood experience of filling a sieve with sand for a dime, suggesting a sense of futility in grasping knowledge in a superficial society.
Faber asserts that Montag does not fully comprehend the root of his unhappiness, prompting Montag to explore his existential concerns further.

Philosophical Reflections on Books

Faber communicates the complexity of books, suggesting they contain multiple meanings and connections, advocating for deeper understanding beyond surface-level content.

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Test your knowledge on Part 2 of 'Fahrenheit 451' with these flashcards. This quiz covers key events and character interactions, highlighting the pivotal moments that shape the narrative. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the text.