Character Analysis Quiz

What is Guy Montag's job at the beginning of "Fahrenheit 451"?

• Teacher

• Fireman

• Policeman

• Doctor

Answer explanation

At the beginning of 'Fahrenheit 451', Guy Montag's job is a Fireman, whose role is to burn books rather than extinguish fires.

Who is Montag's wife?

• Clarisse

• Linda

• Mildred

• Susan

Answer explanation

Montag's wife is Mildred, as mentioned in the answer choices. She plays a significant role in the novel Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury.

What does Clarisse ask Montag that makes him start thinking differently about his life?

• "Are you happy?"

• "Do you ever read the books you burn?"

• "What's the meaning of life?"

• "Why do you work as a fireman?"

Answer explanation

Clarisse asks Montag if he is happy, which prompts him to start thinking differently about his life and his choices.

What is Captain Beatty's role in the story?

• He is Montag's neighbor.

• He is the leader of the firemen.

• He is a teacher who inspires Montag.

• He is a rebel against the government.

Answer explanation

Captain Beatty's role in the story is the leader of the firemen, who are responsible for burning books and enforcing censorship.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Montag feel about burning books at the start of the novel?

• Excited and proud

• Indifferent

• Confused and doubtful

• Sad and regretful

Answer explanation

Montag feels excited and proud about burning books at the start of the novel, as he is initially a loyal fireman who enjoys his job of destroying books.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Mildred do most of the day?

• Reads books in secret

• Visits with her friends

• Watches the "parlor walls" (TV)

• Cooks and cleans the house

Answer explanation

Mildred watches the 'parlor walls' (TV) most of the day, as mentioned in the question.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Why is Clarisse considered strange by others?

• She likes to read books.

• She enjoys nature and talking to people.

• She works as a firewoman.

• She refuses to watch TV.

Answer explanation

Clarisse is considered strange by others because she enjoys nature and talking to people, which is different from the norm.

What happens to Clarisse in the novel?

• She moves away with her family.

• She becomes a teacher.

• She is hit by a car and dies.

• She joins a group of rebels.

Answer explanation

Clarisse is hit by a car and dies, as mentioned in the novel.