Irony in Fahrenheit 451

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What is the main conflict faced by the protagonist, Montag, in Fahrenheit 451?

Struggling to conform to society's expectations

Fighting against the ban on books and intellectual freedom (correct)

Trying to become a successful fireman

Questioning the government-controlled education system

Which type of irony is exemplified by Montag, a fireman, hiding books instead of burning them in Fahrenheit 451?

Dramatic irony

Verbal irony

Cosmic irony

Situational irony (correct)

In Fahrenheit 451, what is the purpose of using irony in the novel?

To confuse the audience

To create a sense of mystery

To make the readers laugh

To challenge societal norms and values (correct)

How does dramatic irony add depth to the narrative in Fahrenheit 451?

By revealing truths to the audience that characters are unaware of Signup and view all the answers

Why does Montag's role as a fireman contribute to the irony in Fahrenheit 451?

He questions his duties and ends up protecting books Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text concerning Fahrenheit 451?

Simile Signup and view all the answers

What is a key outcome of Montag's realization about his society's views on books in Fahrenheit 451?

He becomes an advocate for intellectual freedom and knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Why is Montag's job as a fireman considered ironic?

He believes he is saving his community by burning books. Signup and view all the answers

Which character in Fahrenheit 451 exemplifies situational irony?

Montag's wife, Millie Signup and view all the answers

What type of irony is showcased when Montag's wife pretends nothing happened after her suicide attempt?

Verbal irony Signup and view all the answers

Why does Clarisse's question about firemen in part I represent dramatic irony?

The audience knows the truth about firemen, while Montag remains ignorant. Signup and view all the answers

What makes Montag's statement about destroying pieces of the human experience ironic?

He initially thought he was preserving knowledge by burning books. Signup and view all the answers

How does Millie respond to Montag's question about her 'family' loving her?

She insists that her 'family' loves her deeply. Signup and view all the answers

'Verbal irony' in Fahrenheit 451 refers to situations where:

Characters tell lies to manipulate situations. Signup and view all the answers

'Situational irony' in Fahrenheit 451 occurs when:

'Family' members experience outcomes opposite to their original intentions. Signup and view all the answers

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