Study Guide Questions for Fahrenheit

451 Name: Elías Suárez

As you read each section of the novel, answer briefly the following questions.
These questions should act as a reading guide and are not intended to replace
careful examination of the novel's themes and development.

Part II: The Sieve and The Sand

Pg. 71 – 73
1. Montag and Mildred think someone is at the door. Why doesn’t the
door-voicetell them if someone is there?
Because the thing that was behind the door was the mechanical hound.

2. What does Mildred think is at the door? What is at the door?

She thinks that what’s behind the door is a dog, but it is the mechanical hound.

3. What is Montag talking about when he says he saw a snake?

He’s referring to an instrument used by paramedics when Mildred got over those.

4. What is a rumor Montag has heard?

The rumors he had heard were about the hate of the world for Montag’s society,
because all the world were starving.

Pg. 74 – 75
5. What does Montag remember when he is wondering where to get a
teacher?
He remembered when we were at the green-park and met Faber.

6. Who is the English Professor?

Faber.

7. Why did the last liberal arts college shut down?

They close their services due to the lack of students and patronage.

8. When Faber was about to leave Montag, he said some things.

What didMontag think he was reciting?
A ‘rhymeless’ poem.

9. What does Faber mean by “I don’t talk things, sir. I talk the
meaning ofthings. I sit here and know I’m alive” (75)?
He meant that he was different so that he had self-perspective and critical
thinking.

10. What does Faber give Montag at the end of their meeting?
A silly paper with his address on it.
 Pg. 76 – 77
11. What are some of the books that Montag asks Faber about?
Montag ask Faber about the book of the bible and some ‘Shakespeare’s and Plato’s
writings.
12. Why is Faber afraid to ask?
Faber is afraid to ask because he fears it might be a trap or a test.

13. Why is Mildred excited?

Because her friends were going to her house to see a T.V show.

14. What is the name of the show that Mildred plans to watch?
The White Clown

15. What question does Montag ask Mildred?

Montag questions her if she remembered when they first met and whether they
were happy then.

Pg. 78 – 79
16. While Montag is on the train what does he remember about when
he was achild?
While on the train, Montag remembers playing with a sieve on the beach as a
child.

17. Why is he trying to remember the Bible?

Montag is trying to remember the bible because he’s trying to understand it.

18. What is causing Montag to have a difficult time reading the Bible?
Montag struggles to read the bible due to its complex and unfamiliarity language.

19. How does Montag begin to behave? What is the reaction from
the otherriders?
Montag begins to recite the bible aloud, which shocks and confuses the other
passengers on the train.

Pg. 80 – 82
20. Who does Montag visit?
Faber

21. How is Professor Faber described?

Faber is described as old man who values the detailed awareness of life found in
books.

22. According to Faber, what does Jesus do on the parlor walls?

Jesus is often portrayed as a caricature on the parlor walls, losing his depth and
significance.

23. According to Faber, why is Faber a coward?

Faber considers himself a coward because he didn’t take action to prevent the
suppression of books.

Pgs. 83 – 87
24. What are the three qualities that Faber says are needed?
Quality of information, leisure to digest it and the right to act based on hat we
learn.

25. What idea did Montag have?

Montag’s idea is to print extra copies of books and distribute them to people,
hoping to preserve knowledge and encourage critical thinking.
26. What is Faber’s reaction to Montag’s idea?
Initially Faber is fearful and hesitant. He worries that Montag might be a trap or a
test. However, he gradually warms up the idea and agrees to help him.

27. What idea does Faber suggest to Montag about printing extra copies?
Faber suggest to Montag that he should plant the seeds of rebellion by printing
extra copies of books and distribute them secretly. This way, they can create a
network of readers who will eventually challenge oppressive regime.

Pgs. 88 – 91
28. What does Montag do to the Bible to try to get Faber to agree to
help?
Montag hides the bible under the pillow to prevent Faber from knowing he has it.
He wants to keep the bible safe and avoid destroying it.

29. What does Faber give Montag to help him out with his meeting with
Beatty?Pgs. 92 – 94
Faber gave Montag a small green earpiece, allowing them to communicate
secretly. It helps Montag during his meeting with Beatty.
30. Describe the bank.
The bank is a place where retrieves a stash of money he had hidden. He plans to
use it to print extra copies of books.

31. Describe the show that Mildred and her friends are watching?
Mildred and her friends are watching a show called ‘The White Clown’ on their
parlor walls. It’s a mindless, escapist entertainment.

32. What does Montag do to the parlor walls?

Montag turns off the parlor walls to engage in meaningful conversation with
Mildred and her friends. He reads poetry to them, shocking and disturbing them.

33. What questions does he ask?

He asks to the woman about her feeling, emotions, and personal experiences, so
that he can provoke thought and discussion.

34. What happened to Gloria’s husband?

Gloria’s husband was killed on a car accident. The woman discusses this casually,
showing their emotional detachment.

Pgs. 95 – 99
35. How did Mrs. Bowles have two children?
She only had her children because she felt obligated to help carry on human’s
race.

36. What were Mrs. Bowles’s reasons for having children?

Mrs. Bowles only has children because she thinks it’s necessary for the
continuation of humanity, but she doesn’t seem to deeply care about them.

37. Describe Mrs. Bowles’s way of parenting.

Mrs. Bowles is emotionally disconnected from her children so that her parenting
style lack warmth and emotional investment.

38. How did the women vote? What did they use for criteria when
voting forpresident?
The woman voted is based on superficial criteria, such as appearance, rather than
discussing the candidate’s ideas. They focus on shallow aspects rather than
engaging in meaningful political discourse.

39. What does Montag do after he can’t take the women anymore?
After being unable to tolerate the shallow conversation and emotional emptiness of
the women, Montag reads poetry to them. He hopes to provoke thought and
challenge their complacency.
40. What is the name of the poem Montag reads?
Dover Beach

Pgs. 100 – 104

41. What is Mrs. Phelps’s reaction to the poem?
Mrs. Phelps is deeply disturbed by the poem. She cries and feels emotionally
overwhelmed. The poem’s beauty and depth evoke strong emotions in her, which
contrasts with her usual detachment.

42. What does Montag do with the book after he has read the poem?
After reading the poem, Montag hides the book containing the poem. He wants to
preserve it rather than destroy it, even though it puts him at risk.

Pgs. 105 – 110

43. What does Beatty say when he sees Montag in the firehouse?
When Beatty sees Montag in the firehouse, he quotes lines from books to
challenge Montag’s newfound interest in literature. Beatty is aware of Montag’s
internal struggle and tries to suppress it.
 44. According to Beatty, why does he quote from the books that
Montag clingsto?
Beatty quotes from books to demonstrate their contradictory and confusing
nature. He argues that books can be interpreted in countless ways, leading to
chaos and dissent. Beatty believes that burning books maintains order and
stability.

45. What house do the firemen go to?

The firemen go to Montag’s own house, where they are called to burn the books
hidden there. Montag’s internal conflict intensifies as he faces the reality of his
actions.