33 Questions
Who is the main character in the text?
Montag
What did Montag do that caused Beatty's disbelief?
Flew near the sun
What did Beatty hint at when he sent the Hound around Montag's place?
Montag's actions
According to the text, where did the police helicopters land after plummeting down from the sky?
On the streets
What caused the police helicopters to appear like butterflies puzzled by autumn?
The open country
How far away did the police helicopters initially appear to be?
Three miles
Who turned in the alarm that led to Montag's arrest?
Montag's wife
What did Beatty say about quoting poetry?
It was an act of a silly damn snob
What did Montag do when Beatty hit him?
He let Beatty hit him without raising a hand
What did Montag do to Beatty?
He shot him with a continuous pulse of liquid fire
According to the text, what does Beatty say about fire and its beauty?
Fire destroys responsibility and consequences.
What does Montag do with the books in his house?
He burns them with kerosene and a match.
Why does Montag hesitate to run away?
Because he is afraid of the Hound.
What does Montag do to change everything in his house?
He burns the bedroom walls and the cosmetics chest.
Which of the following best describes Montag's state of mind when he realizes that Beatty wanted to die?
Relieved
What does Montag think about his own actions of yelling at people and making fun of them?
He regrets it
Why does Montag feel shocked when he thinks about burning Faber?
He didn't expect himself to be capable of such actions
Why does Montag decide to visit Faber's house, even though he knows it could be dangerous?
He wants to ask for help
Which of the following best describes Montag's physical condition after the encounter with the Mechanical Hound?
He lost one of his legs and was in severe pain
What does Montag do before leaving the scene of the fight?
He sets fire to the remaining books
What does Montag realize about himself after the incident?
He blames himself for the chaos and destruction
What is the significance of the line 'you're a fool, a damn fool, an awful fool, an idiot, an awful idiot, a damn idiot, and a fool, a damn fool' in the text?
Montag is berating himself for his actions
What does Montag hear through the aluminum wall in the gas station washroom?
A radio voice declaring war
What does Montag feel when he tries to make himself feel the shock of the quiet statement from the radio?
Nothing
What does Montag compare the empty boulevard to?
A vast bowling alley
How long did it take Montag to walk across the street?
40 seconds
What was Montag's reaction when he saw the beetle approaching him?
He started running
What speed did the beetle reach as it chased after Montag?
130 mph
Why did the carful of children chase after Montag?
They were looking for an adventure
Who does Montag call from a phone booth?
The fire department
What does Montag hide in the kitchen of Mrs. Black's house?
Books
Why does Montag think it's Mrs. Black's turn to have her house burned?
Because her husband burned other houses
What does Montag hear in the distance after he phoned the fire alarm?
The sound of sirens
Study Notes
Montag's Actions and Consequences
- Montag's actions caused Beatty's disbelief, leading to Montag's arrest.
- Montag hit Beatty, leading to Beatty's death.
- Montag hid books in his house, and later, hid in the kitchen of Mrs. Black's house.
- Montag's hesitation to run away was due to his uncertainty about what to do.
Beatty's Actions and Quotes
- Beatty hinted at Montag's guilt when he sent the Hound around Montag's place.
- Beatty quoted poetry, saying it's a crime to quote it.
- Beatty said, "Fire is beautiful," and admired its beauty.
The Police and Helicopters
- The police helicopters initially appeared to be a mile away.
- The helicopters landed in the empty lots after plummeting down from the sky.
- The helicopters' movement caused them to appear like butterflies puzzled by autumn.
Montag's Thoughts and Feelings
- Montag felt shocked when he thought about burning Faber.
- Montag realized he was a fool for yelling at people and making fun of them.
- Montag's state of mind after realizing Beatty wanted to die was one of guilt and shock.
- Montag felt a sense of uncertainty and hesitation about what to do.
The Mechanical Hound and Chase
- The Mechanical Hound chased Montag, reaching a speed of 40 miles per hour.
- The children in the car chased Montag, showing their indifference to human life.
Phone Calls and Fires
- Montag called the fire alarm from a phone booth, reporting a fire at Mrs. Black's house.
- Montag heard the sound of sirens in the distance after making the call, indicating the fire trucks were on their way.
Fireman Montag faces a chilling encounter with the Mechanical Hound in this quiz. Test your knowledge of Ray Bradbury's dystopian novel and see if you can survive the hunt.
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